Wanderlust World Wanderlust World New York City is vastly larger than Buffalo.
| Metric | New York City | Buffalo |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2023 est.) | 8,260,000+ | 276,000+ |
| Land Area | 302 sq mi (784 km²) | 52 sq mi (135 km²) |
| Metro Population | 19,900,000+ (NY-NJ-CT-PA) | 1,160,000+ (Buffalo-Niagara Falls) |
| Global City Rank | Alpha++ (Top tier) | Regional hub |
NYC is ~30x the population of Buffalo. Buffalo is the 2nd largest city in New York State, but would be just the 78th largest in the US if it were in another state. The two cities are ~375 miles (6 hrs) apart via I-90.