Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
14% cheaper
Syracuse is 14% more affordable than Springfield. A $75,000 salary in Springfield is equivalent to $64,486 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. Springfield has a housing index of 106 while Syracuse sits at 69 (national average = 100). The median home in Springfield costs $230,000 compared to $140,000 in Syracuse, a difference of $90,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,200 in Springfield versus $950 in Syracuse.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Springfield scores 104 while Syracuse scores 101. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Springfield (114) are higher than Syracuse (100).
Median household income in Springfield is $41,612 compared to $36,708 in Syracuse. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Syracuse.
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