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BOSTON vs. CHARLESTON
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Charleston, South Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is
28.4%
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$46,525
in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% cheaper in Charleston
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Charleston, SC
Compared to Boston, Charleston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
28.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
47.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.0% lower
Commute
28.6% lower
Health
7.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
19.4% lower
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