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Measure SyracuseNew York, United States Remove Syracuse
Scores (out of 10)
Overall score 6.1
Connector Score 8.4
Safety 3.7
Affordability 7.2
Transportation 8.5
Car-free friendliness 5.5
Walkability 4.7
Things to do 6.6
Food & dining 6.1
Places to stay 5.8
Nature & outdoors 3.5
Scenic value 4.0
Family friendliness 6.2
Solo-traveler friendliness 4.9
Nightlife 7.6
Remote-work friendliness 6.3
Road-trip convenience 6.5
Train-trip convenience 7.0
Bus-trip convenience 6.5
Cost (per person per day, USD)
Budget $115
Mid-range $168
Luxury $279
Living there
Cost of living index (national = 100) 93
Typical 1-bedroom rent $1,150
Median home price $138,400
Population 145K
Getting there
Accessible by Drive Train Bus Airport
Car recommended —
Character
Best for Nightlife
Known for Lakes & rivers, Museums & galleries, Historic sites, Food scene, Nightlife, Live music, Shopping, Family & kids
When to go Peak: State Fair, Syracuse University graduat…

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