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CHARLESTON vs. FORT DODGE
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Charleston, South Carolina vs. Fort Dodge, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Fort Dodge, Iowa is
36.2%
cheaper
than Charleston, South Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$31,922
in Fort Dodge, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Dodge, Iowa is
cheaper
than Charleston, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% cheaper in Fort Dodge
than in Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston, SC vs. Fort Dodge, IA
Compared to Charleston, Fort Dodge is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
36.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
73.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.8% lower
Commute
37.5% lower
Health
28.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
7.9% lower
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