salaryMontgomery is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,397
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,121
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$53,969
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$164,200
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.8
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,622
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$99
$185
👥 People living there
276,854
197,494
Commute to work
19.9 min
20.7 min
College degree
31.2%
33.8%
Own their home
43%
54.4%
Below poverty line
26%
21.5%
Unemployment
7.3%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Buffalo for shorter commutes.
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Buffalo | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,580 | $26,360 | -43% in Montgomery |
| Police Officer | $80,950 | $48,490 | -40% in Montgomery |
| Electrician | $77,930 | $49,910 | -36% in Montgomery |
| Firefighter | $74,470 | $48,780 | -34% in Montgomery |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,470 | $60,120 | -27% in Montgomery |
| Carpenter | $63,500 | $47,360 | -25% in Montgomery |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,490 | $59,610 | -22% in Montgomery |
| HVAC Technician | $62,180 | $48,680 | -22% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Buffalo or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $1,397 in Buffalo.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Buffalo?
About $56,142 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Buffalo or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $53,969 in Buffalo and $61,271 in Montgomery, 12% more in Montgomery.