2026
| Category | 🇺🇸 Albany | 🇺🇸 Buffalo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 77.5 | 76.0 | -1.9% |
| Rent | 38.9 | 32.0 | -17.7% |
| Groceries | 83.1 | 80.2 | -3.5% |
| Restaurants | 92.7 | 82.1 | -11.4% |
| Purchasing Power | 128.9 | 118.8 | -7.8% |
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