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PHILADELPHIA vs. BUFFALO
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. Buffalo, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is
15.7%
cheaper
than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
You would need a salary of
$303,391
in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is
cheaper
than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
0% cheaper in Buffalo
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Philadelphia, Buffalo is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
15.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
44.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.6% lower
Commute
27.8% lower
Health
3.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
18.5% lower
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