Burlington, Vermont vs. Charleston, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is 2.2% cheaper than Burlington, Vermont.

You would need a salary of $84,142 in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Burlington, Vermont.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is cheaper than Burlington, Vermont
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
46% cheaper in Charleston
than in Burlington, Vermont
Burlington, VT vs. Charleston, SC
Compared to Burlington, 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
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.6% lower
  Commute
  18.8% higher
  Health
  25.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% lower