Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
4% cheaper
Syracuse is 4% more affordable than Arlington. A $75,000 salary in Arlington is equivalent to $71,875 in Syracuse.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Arlington has a housing index of 86 while Syracuse sits at 69 (national average = 100). The median home in Arlington costs $260,000 compared to $140,000 in Syracuse, a difference of $120,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,300 in Arlington versus $950 in Syracuse.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Arlington scores 96 while Syracuse scores 101. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Arlington (100) match Syracuse (100). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Arlington is $60,138 compared to $36,708 in Syracuse. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Syracuse.
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