Buffalo, MO vs Greenfield, MO

Greenfield is moderately more affordable than Buffalo, with a 10.3% lower cost of living index. Buffalo scores 62 compared to 56 for Greenfield, 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 $647/month compared to $563/month in Greenfield — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Greenfield is more affordable at $82,500 median vs $131,300.

Median household income in Buffalo is $32,630 compared to $32,930 in Greenfield (-0.9%). Greenfield offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Buffalo spend roughly 23.8% of their income on rent, more than the 20.5% in Greenfield.