Buffalo, IA vs Pulaski, IA

Pulaski is moderately more affordable than Buffalo, with a 5.4% lower cost of living index. Buffalo scores 66 compared to 63 for Pulaski, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Buffalo can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Buffalo is $821/month compared to $788/month in Pulaski — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Pulaski is more affordable at $83,800 median vs $120,400.

Median household income in Buffalo is $74,773 compared to $71,667 in Pulaski (+4.3%). The higher salaries in Buffalo partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Buffalo spend roughly 13.2% of their income on rent, less than the 13.2% in Pulaski.