Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
8% cheaper
Syracuse is 8% more affordable than Orlando. A $75,000 salary in Orlando is equivalent to $69,000 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. Orlando has a housing index of 104 while Syracuse sits at 69 (national average = 100). The median home in Orlando costs $320,000 compared to $140,000 in Syracuse, a difference of $180,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,650 in Orlando versus $950 in Syracuse.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Orlando scores 103 while Syracuse scores 101. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Orlando (96) are lower than Syracuse (100). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Orlando is $48,080 compared to $36,708 in Syracuse. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Syracuse.
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