New York
What it costs to give birth in Buffalo
6 hospitals in Erie and Niagara counties. Average billed charges for a vaginal birth range from $7,519 to $16,608 in 2021 state data.
| Hospital | City | Avg charge, vaginal | Avg charge, C-section | Deliveries | Bills shared |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John R. Oishei Children's Hospital | Buffalo | $16,608 | $34,561 | 3,216 | 0 |
| Mercy Hospital of Buffalo | Buffalo | $9,160 | $16,429 | 1,596 | 0 |
| Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital | Amherst | $10,730 | $28,447 | 2,628 | 0 |
| Mount St. Mary's Hospital and Health Center | Lewiston | $9,474 | $15,865 | 303 | 0 |
| Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center | Niagara Falls | $7,519 | $11,942 | 285 | 0 |
| Sisters of Charity Hospital | Buffalo | $9,732 | $17,528 | 2,917 | 0 |
Published data Source: New York State Department of Health, SPARCS “Hospital Inpatient Discharges: Cost Transparency” (2021), retrieved 2026-10-19. Facility billed charges before insurance; excludes physician and newborn bills. Methodology.
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