Cost of Living in Syracuse, NY
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
86.9
100 = national avg
-13.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,255
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$90,421
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing100.2
Food85.0
Transportation71.3
Healthcare88.0
Utilities91.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,123
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,392
per month
The overall cost of living index in Syracuse is 86.9, which is 13.1% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 100.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,255 per year to cover basic expenses.