salaryBuffalo is 14% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,397
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,121
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$53,969
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$164,200
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.8
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,622
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$99
$96
👥 People living there
276,854
681,294
Commute to work
19.9 min
30 min
College degree
31.2%
64.2%
Own their home
43%
41.5%
Below poverty line
26%
15.4%
Unemployment
7.3%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Buffalo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Buffalo | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $103,280 | $156,460 | +51% in Washington |
| Lawyer | $130,800 | $195,190 | +49% in Washington |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,470 | $119,170 | +45% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $101,660 | $127,040 | +25% in Washington |
| Accountant | $82,120 | $102,140 | +24% in Washington |
| Software Developer | $127,850 | $154,930 | +21% in Washington |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,370 | $75,860 | +20% in Washington |
| Physician Assistant | $126,360 | $148,200 | +17% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Buffalo or Washington cheaper to live in?
Buffalo is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,397 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Buffalo?
About $68,163 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Buffalo or Washington?
The typical household earns $53,969 in Buffalo and $118,495 in Washington, 54% more in Washington.