Cost of Living Calculator - Syracuse, New York vs Merced, California


The cost of living in Merced, California is 25.8% more expensive than Syracuse, New York.

You would need a salary of $89,320 in Merced, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Syracuse, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Merced, California is more expensive than Syracuse, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
129% more expensive in Merced
than in Syracuse, New York
Syracuse, NY vs Merced, CA
Compared to Syracuse, Merced is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.8% 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
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  194.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% higher
  Commute
  18.5% higher
  Health
  3.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower

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