Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
10% cheaper
Syracuse is 10% more affordable than Nashville. A $75,000 salary in Nashville is equivalent to $67,647 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. Nashville has a housing index of 108 while Syracuse sits at 69 (national average = 100). The median home in Nashville costs $380,000 compared to $140,000 in Syracuse, a difference of $240,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,600 in Nashville versus $950 in Syracuse.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Nashville scores 96 while Syracuse scores 101. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Nashville (98) are lower than Syracuse (100). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Nashville is $59,828 compared to $36,708 in Syracuse. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Syracuse.
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