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CHARLESTON vs. AUSTIN
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Charleston, South Carolina vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
17.9%
more expensive
than Charleston, South Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$159,098
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than Charleston, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% more expensive in Austin
than in Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston, SC vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Charleston, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
17.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
8.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
16.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.5% lower
Commute
16.8% higher
Health
5.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.5% lower
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