Buffalo-Cheektowaga Metro Area, NY Cost of Living


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Buffalo-Cheektowaga cost of living score
91.9
Less expensive
8.1% lower
than the US average
24.4% lower
than the New York average
Buffalo-Cheektowaga New Y Metro Area, New York gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 91.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 8.1% lower than the U.S. average and 24.4% lower than the average for New York.

Buffalo-Cheektowaga Metro Area, NY

Housing costs in Buffalo-Cheektowaga?
A typical home costs $224,000, which is 33.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 45.8% less expensive than the average New York home, at $413,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Buffalo-Cheektowaga costs $1,070 per month, which is 25.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 83.2% cheaper than the state average of $1,960.

Can I afford Buffalo-Cheektowaga?
To live comfortably in Buffalo-Cheektowaga New Y Metro Area, New York, a minimum annual income of $42,840 for a family, and $36,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Buffalo-Cheektowaga?
The cost of living in Buffalo-Cheektowaga-Niagara Falls, NY Metro Area is 91.9 compared to the US average of 100. This means that the cost of living is cheaper in this area than the national average, making it a great place for families and individuals looking for an affordable place to live. The median house value in the area is also lower than the national average at $224,000 compared to $338,100 respectively. This area is an ideal choice for those who want to enjoy a lower cost of living without sacrificing a high quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBuffalo-CheektowagaNew YorkUnited States
  91.9121.5100.0
  100.6103.8100
  105.1120.7100.0
  73.6127.9100.0
  $224,000$413,600$338,100
  103.4%115.9%100.0%
  97.5140.7100.0
  128.7121.8100.0

   100=National Average

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