Cost of Living in Buffalo, ND
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
112.5
100 = national avg
+12.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,489
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$116,973
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing70.9
Food126.1
Transportation152.2
Healthcare120.9
Utilities109.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$917
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,112
per month
The overall cost of living index in Buffalo is 112.5, which is 12.5% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 70.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,489 per year to cover basic expenses.