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10.9%
State tax rate
$1,360
Median rent
94
Walk score
315
Crime /100K
Financial Overview
What does Buffalo actually cost?
Median rent is $1,360/mo in Buffalo.
NY has a 10.9% state income tax rate.
Your actual purchasing power gain or loss depends on your income, your current state's tax rate, and your housing situation. ZipSage calculates the exact dollar difference for your profile — free.
State income tax
10.9%
Median rent
$1,360/mo
Median home price
$238,089
Walk Score
94/100 — Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
64/100
Violent crime rate
315/100K — near national avg
HRC equality score
100/100 — Leader
Avg high temperature
55°F
Sunny days / year
161 days
Humidity
77%
Population
277K
Property tax rate
1.72%
Sales tax rate
8.52%
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Is Buffalo Right For You?
Strong fits — and where it may fall short
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Affordable Rent
Median rent $1,360/mo — well below major metro averages.
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Walkability
Walk Score 94/100 — Walker's Paradise.
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LGBTQ+ Friendly
HRC Municipal Equality score 100/100 — Leader.
Is Buffalo right for your situation?
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