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BOSTON vs. COLUMBIA
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Columbia, South Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbia, South Carolina is
44.9%
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$118,429
in Columbia, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, South Carolina is
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Columbia
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Columbia, SC
Compared to Boston, Columbia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
44.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
13.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
77.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.8% lower
Commute
42.0% lower
Health
28.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
21.0% lower
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