Syracuse, New York vs. Forest City, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Forest City, North Carolina is 5.7% cheaper than Syracuse, New York.

You would need a salary of $47,146 in Forest City, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Syracuse, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Forest City, North Carolina is cheaper than Syracuse, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
56% cheaper in Forest City
than in Syracuse, New York
Syracuse, NY vs. Forest City, NC
Compared to Syracuse, Forest City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.7% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.3% lower
  Commute
  11.8% lower
  Health
  5.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% lower