Rome, New York vs. Buffalo, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is 6.6% more expensive than Rome, New York.

You would need a salary of $53,313 in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Rome, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is more expensive than Rome, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% more expensive in Buffalo
than in Rome, New York
Rome, NY vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Rome, Buffalo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.6% 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
  0.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% lower
  Commute
  24.7% higher
  Health
  5.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% lower