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SAN JOSE vs. BUFFALO
Cost of Living Comparison
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San Jose, California vs. Buffalo, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is
58.8%
cheaper
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$20,581
in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is
cheaper
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% cheaper in Buffalo
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to San Jose, Buffalo is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
58.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
13.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
91.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.6% higher
Commute
32.2% lower
Health
2.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
12.7% lower
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