Albany, New York vs. Syracuse, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Syracuse, New York is 12.8% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $43,575 in Syracuse, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Syracuse, New York is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Syracuse
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Syracuse, NY
Compared to Albany, Syracuse is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% lower
  Commute
  2.6% lower
  Health
  0.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.3% lower