Fort Drum, New York vs. Columbia, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbia, South Carolina is 4.7% more expensive than Fort Drum, New York.

You would need a salary of $52,354 in Columbia, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Drum, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, South Carolina is more expensive than Fort Drum, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Columbia
than in Fort Drum, New York
Fort Drum, NY vs. Columbia, SC
Compared to Fort Drum, Columbia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% 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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% lower
  Commute
  8.8% higher
  Health
  4.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% higher