Akron, Ohio vs. Charleston, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is 59.4% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $79,681 in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
364% more expensive in Charleston
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Charleston, SC
Compared to Akron, Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  12.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  375.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% higher
  Commute
  17.2% higher
  Health
  10.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.5% higher