Allentown, Pennsylvania vs. North Charleston, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in North Charleston, South Carolina is 2.2% cheaper than Allentown, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $48,925 in North Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Charleston, South Carolina is cheaper than Allentown, Pennsylvania
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% cheaper in North Charleston
than in Allentown, Pennsylvania
Allentown, PA vs. North Charleston, SC
Compared to Allentown, North Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.2% lower
      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
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% higher
  Commute
  13.4% lower
  Health
  5.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% higher