Buffalo, OH vs Utica, OH

Utica is moderately more affordable than Buffalo, with a 13.4% lower cost of living index. Buffalo scores 79 compared to 69 for Utica, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Buffalo can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

When it comes to buying, median home values in Buffalo are $78,400 compared to $132,700 in Utica, a 41% gap.

Median household income in Buffalo is $80,602 compared to $74,438 in Utica (+8.3%). The higher salaries in Buffalo partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap.