Columbia, South Carolina vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 6.6% cheaper than Columbia, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $186,746 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is cheaper than Columbia, South Carolina
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
12% cheaper in Waco
than in Columbia, South Carolina
Columbia, SC vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Columbia, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.6% 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
  3.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.7% lower
  Commute
  5.4% lower
  Health
  12.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.9% lower