Peoria, Illinois vs. Buffalo, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is 19.8% more expensive than Peoria, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $35,927 in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Peoria, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is more expensive than Peoria, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% more expensive in Buffalo
than in Peoria, Illinois
Peoria, IL vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Peoria, Buffalo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.0% higher
  Commute
  38.4% higher
  Health
  6.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% lower