Richmond, Virginia vs. Syracuse, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Syracuse, New York is 12.5% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $26,254 in Syracuse, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Syracuse, New York is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Syracuse
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Syracuse, NY
Compared to Richmond, Syracuse is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.5% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.9% higher
  Commute
  2.2% higher
  Health
  18.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% lower