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University at Buffalo, NY

The cost of living in University at Buffalo, NY is 1% below the national average (Cost Index: 99). Homes here are typically valued around N/A, compared to the $303,400 national median. The median household income is N/A — overall, living costs and earnings are reasonably balanced in this area.Data Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 · BEA RPP 2023 · Zillow ZHVI

Data Updated: March 2026
Cost Index
99
Average
Based on housing costs · See methodology
Median Home Value
N/A
National: $303,400
Median Rent
$1,438/mo
Source: Census ACS
National: $1,348/mo
Household Income
N/A
National: $78,538
Population
6,776
Purchasing Power
100
100 = national baseline

Cost of Living Breakdown

Each index uses 100 as the US national average. A score of 150 means 50% more expensive; 80 means 20% cheaper.

Housing Cost Index
100 / 100
Close to average
Rent Index
107 / 100
7% above average
Goods & Groceries
96 / 100
About the same as most US cities
BEA State Nonmetro avg.
Utilities
88 / 100
12% lower utility bills
BEA State Nonmetro avg.
Healthcare & Services
98 / 100
In line with national average
BEA State Nonmetro avg.
Overall Index
99
Average

University at Buffalo Mortgage Calculator

Pre-filled with the local median home value of $400,000 and New York's property tax rate of 1.72%.

Salary & Purchasing Power

Median household income is $75,000 right at the national average.

What $75,000 in University at Buffalo Gets You Elsewhere

CityEquivalent SalaryDifference
New York, NY$144,697+93%
Los Angeles, CA$149,242+99%
Houston, TX$72,727-3%
Philadelphia, PA$73,485-2%

Property Tax in University at Buffalo, NY

Est. Annual Property Tax
N/A
Monthly Impact
N/A
Added to your mortgage
Effective Rate
1.72%
National avg: ~1.00%

Income Tax Drag (Personal Projection)

$
Default set to 2023 National Median ($74,580)

At a gross income of $74,580, the localized New York marginal tax brackets exact an effective state penalty of 4.7%. This results in an absolute "tax drag" drain of $3,497/year compared to states with no income tax.

New York Macro Tax Overview

Tax TypeNew YorkNational Avg
Property Tax Rate1.72%1.00%
Top Income Tax Rate10.9%~5.0%
State Sales Tax8.52%~5.0%

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Cost Index Comparison (100 = National Avg)

Housing CostsNational Avg: 100
University at Buffalo, NY: 100
Rent Prices
107

FAQ: Living in University at Buffalo

What is the cost of living like in University at Buffalo, NY?+

Living costs in University at Buffalo land close to the national average, with a Cost Index of 99 (where 100 = the US baseline). Housing is the largest variable: the median home value here is N/A, and typical monthly rents run around $1,438. Groceries and utilities are slightly below what you would find in most US cities.

What salary do you need to live comfortably in University at Buffalo?+

A good rule of thumb: if you would need $75,000 in an average US city, you would need roughly $74,250 in University at Buffalo for the same standard of living. The local median household income is N/A.

How much are taxes in University at Buffalo, NY?+

New York has a progressive state income tax with a top rate of 10.9%. The effective property tax rate is 1.72%. The statewide average property tax rate is 1.72%. Sales tax (state + local) averages around 8.52% on everyday purchases.

How much does it cost to rent in University at Buffalo, NY?+

The typical monthly rent in University at Buffalo is around $1,438. That's close to the $1,348 national median.

Are groceries and utilities expensive in University at Buffalo?+

Grocery prices in University at Buffalo are about average compared to the rest of the US (index: 96, where 100 is the national average). Utility bills (electricity, gas, water) are below average (index: 88). Overall, these everyday costs shouldn't cause major surprises if you're moving from another similarly-sized US city.

What is University at Buffalo, NY like to live in?+

University at Buffalo is a small town with a population of about 6,776. The median age of residents is 19.4, skewing younger — often a sign of a college town or fast-growing area. The local poverty rate is 40.9%, above the national average of 12.4%.

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Reviewed by LivabilityCalc Research Team
Financial Data Analysts · Census & Economic Data Specialists
Data Sources & Methodology
  • Real Estate & Housing: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI, Smoothed & Seasonally Adjusted) and Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI). Structural fallback utilizes U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates.
  • Goods, Utilities & Services: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) Metropolitan Area Regional Price Parities (MARPP), incorporating verified State Nonmetropolitan averages.
  • Mortgage Rates: Freddie Mac 30-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage Average in the United States (PMMS) via Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED).
  • Taxation & Payroll: Dynamic zero-latency evaluation utilizing the latest progressive 2024 IRS Federal marginal brackets, structural FICA limits, and specific 50-state local tax tables.
  • Index Methodology: Weighting matrix derived from Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Consumer Expenditure Surveys (CEX) distributional models. Baseline standardized at 100. (Read methodology details)
Last data update: March 2026 · Mortgage rates updated monthly