Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
11% cheaper
Jackson is 11% more affordable than Syracuse. A $75,000 salary in Syracuse is equivalent to $66,848 in Jackson.
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. Jackson has a housing index of 56 while Syracuse sits at 69 (national average = 100). The median home in Jackson costs $125,000 compared to $140,000 in Syracuse, a difference of $15,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $900 in Jackson versus $950 in Syracuse.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Jackson scores 95 while Syracuse scores 101. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Jackson (88) are lower than Syracuse (100).
Median household income in Jackson is $36,528 compared to $36,708 in Syracuse. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Jackson.
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