Cost of Living in Buffalo, OH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
84.1
100 = national avg
-15.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,024
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$87,510
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing39.9
Food111.6
Transportation96.9
Healthcare109.3
Utilities94.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$742
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in Buffalo is 84.1, which is 15.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 39.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,024 per year to cover basic expenses.