Cost of living in Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls, United States is Slightly expensive overall. Monthly costs are about $1543 for one person and $3807 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Niagara Falls compared to other cities?

Compared to the European benchmark, Niagara Falls is 8% more expensive overall.

How does Niagara Falls compare to your city?

Niagara Falls is 42% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Niagara Falls is, on average, 73% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Niagara Falls?

Who is Niagara Falls a good fit for?

Niagara Falls tends to fit higher-income residents who can comfortably absorb housing costs. It can be challenging on a moderate budget, mainly due to rent and utilities.

FAQ

Why is Niagara Falls so expensive?

The cost of living is influenced by food prices, which are notably high. Rent and utilities remain manageable, contributing to the overall expense.

Is food expensive in Niagara Falls?

Yes, food costs are 32% higher than the European benchmark, making it a significant expense for residents.

Is public transport affordable in Niagara Falls?

Public transport is relatively affordable, being 22% lower than the European benchmark. This can help mitigate overall transportation costs.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1543 $
Without Rent
827 $
Rent & Utilities
717 $
Food
630 $
Transport
59 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
1606 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
48.7K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 20.1 $
Dinner 75.4 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 11 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 5.6 $
Capuccino 4.49 $
Coke, 330ml 2.46 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.87 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 3.82 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.92 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.39 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 12.3 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 9.06 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 14.7 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.72 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.56 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.17 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.93 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 3.67 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.89 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.7 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 1.84 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 14.7 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.96 $
Cigarette pack 12.1 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.52 $
Monthly Pass 57.8 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.9 $
Taxi, 8 km 19.2 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 94 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 10.9 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.18 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 2.21 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.11 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 138 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 214 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 64 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 452 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 712 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 767 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 1,273 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 1,802 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,807 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 1,606 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.51%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 36 $
Cinema, 1 seat 13.4 $
Haircut 15.2 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 83.5 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 56 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 1,101 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 17,655 $

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Niagara Falls vs San Jose (San Jose is 20% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Limon (Limon is 22% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Liberia (Liberia is 42% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 20% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 17% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Cartago (Cartago is 38% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Heredia (Heredia is 19% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 9% more expensive) Niagara Falls vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 15% less expensive)
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Niagara Falls vs Kingston (Kingston is 14% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 49% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 34% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 24% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs May Pen (May Pen is 47% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 37% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 45% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Linstead (Linstead is 32% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 27% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 26% less expensive)
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Niagara Falls vs St. George's (St. George's is 31% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Grenville (Grenville is 31% less expensive)
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Niagara Falls vs Roseau (Roseau is 35% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 26% less expensive)
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Niagara Falls vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 36% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 35% less expensive)
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Niagara Falls vs Belize City (Belize City is 43% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 29% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 53% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 14% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 2% more expensive)
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Niagara Falls vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 35% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Mixco (Mixco is 59% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Coban (Coban is 41% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 50% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 41% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 42% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 43% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 44% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Flores (Flores is 44% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 49% less expensive)
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Niagara Falls vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 46% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 33% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Choloma (Choloma is 61% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 58% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 43% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 44% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 54% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 53% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Yoro (Yoro is 52% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs La Lima (La Lima is 44% less expensive)
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Niagara Falls vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 49% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 32% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 50% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Higuey (Higuey is 50% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs La Vega (La Vega is 63% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 46% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 53% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 66% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 59% less expensive) Niagara Falls vs Bonao (Bonao is 65% less expensive)
Nicaragua
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