Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
20% cheaper
Syracuse is 20% more affordable than Eugene. A $75,000 salary in Eugene is equivalent to $60,000 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. Eugene has a housing index of 130 while Syracuse sits at 69 (national average = 100). The median home in Eugene costs $380,000 compared to $140,000 in Syracuse, a difference of $240,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in Eugene versus $950 in Syracuse.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Eugene scores 103 while Syracuse scores 101. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Eugene (106) are higher than Syracuse (100). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Eugene is $49,448 compared to $36,708 in Syracuse. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Syracuse.
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