Head to head
Buffalo, NY vs Jersey City, NJ
Buffalo is cheaper — estimated essentials for a single person run about $1,462/mo less, and living comfortably there takes roughly $29,500 less in annual salary (taxes included).
| Metric | Buffalo52 | Jersey City59 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. monthly cost (single) | $3,439 | $4,901 |
| Salary for comfort | $63,000/yr | $92,500/yr |
| Typical rent | $1,120 | $2,350 |
| Median home value | $152,300 | $600,000 |
| Median household income | $48,050 | $86,000 |
| Unemployment | 4.1% | 4.8% |
| Housing score | 62 | 12 |
| Jobs score | 22 | 43 |
| Safety score | 26 | 90 |
| Climate score | 45 | 100 |
| Amenities score | 51 | 35 |
| Population | 276.4K | 297K |
| Summer high / winter low | 80° / 19° | 85° / 27° |
Fit scores use the reference profile (single, $6,700/mo gross, default weights). Green marks the better value per row.
Buffalo, NY
Jersey City, NJ