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A family of 4 needs $329,000 to live ‘comfortably’ in this state: Ranking all 50 states

Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
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A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Leila has spent five years in journalism, previously working at a community-focused news outlet in Rochester, NY. She specializes in uncovering the diverse voices and cultural richness of Syracuse’s neighborhoods, bringing their stories to light.

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Reporter · Monday, November 2, 2026 at 3:08 PM · 1 min read
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A family of 4 needs $329,000 to live ‘comfortably’ in this state: Ranking all 50 states — Syracuse Community news

The salary needed to live comfortably in the U.S. now reaches six figures in nearly half the states, highlighting just how much location can affect the cost of maintaining financial stability.

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