Independence, Kentucky vs. West Columbia, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Columbia, South Carolina is 8.5% cheaper than Independence, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $45,762 in West Columbia, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Columbia, South Carolina is cheaper than Independence, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% cheaper in West Columbia
than in Independence, Kentucky
Independence, KY vs. West Columbia, SC
Compared to Independence, West Columbia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.5% 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
  4.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.4% higher
  Commute
  21.5% lower
  Health
  8.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.6% higher