Des Moines, Iowa vs. Syracuse, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Syracuse, New York is 6.9% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $42,745 in Syracuse, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Syracuse, New York is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
31% more expensive in Syracuse
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Syracuse, NY
Compared to Des Moines, Syracuse is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.9% higher
      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
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.2% higher
  Commute
  14.2% higher
  Health
  14.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.8% higher