Charleston, South Carolina vs. Evanston, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Evanston, Illinois is 12.2% more expensive than Charleston, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $56,102 in Evanston, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Evanston, Illinois is more expensive than Charleston, South Carolina
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
85% more expensive in Evanston
than in Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston, SC vs. Evanston, IL
Compared to Charleston, Evanston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.2% higher
      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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% lower
  Commute
  36.6% higher
  Health
  8.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% higher