Salisbury, North Carolina vs. Buffalo, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is 3.9% more expensive than Salisbury, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $51,937 in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Salisbury, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is more expensive than Salisbury, North Carolina
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
106% more expensive in Buffalo
than in Salisbury, North Carolina
Salisbury, NC vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Salisbury, Buffalo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.9% 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
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.5% higher
  Commute
  16.1% higher
  Health
  11.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% lower