Amherst, New York vs. Greenville, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Greenville, South Carolina is 1.4% cheaper than Amherst, New York.

You would need a salary of $74,902 in Greenville, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Amherst, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Greenville, South Carolina is cheaper than Amherst, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
44% cheaper in Greenville
than in Amherst, New York
Amherst, NY vs. Greenville, SC
Compared to Amherst, Greenville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.4% 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
  3.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% lower
  Commute
  18.4% lower
  Health
  7.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.8% higher