Rochester Hills, Michigan vs. Buffalo, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is 21.5% cheaper than Rochester Hills, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $62,822 in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester Hills, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is cheaper than Rochester Hills, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Buffalo
than in Rochester Hills, Michigan
Rochester Hills, MI vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Rochester Hills, Buffalo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.5% lower
      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
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.5% higher
  Commute
  14.2% lower
  Health
  31.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.1% lower