2026
| Category | 🇺🇸 Buffalo | 🇺🇸 Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 76.0 | 66.3 | -12.8% |
| Rent | 32.0 | 32.4 | +1.3% |
| Groceries | 80.2 | 75.4 | -6.0% |
| Restaurants | 82.1 | 71.8 | -12.5% |
| Purchasing Power | 118.8 | 141.5 | +19.1% |
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