Lynn, Massachusetts vs. Charleston, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is 11.0% cheaper than Lynn, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $71,183 in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Lynn, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is cheaper than Lynn, Massachusetts
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
48% cheaper in Charleston
than in Lynn, Massachusetts
Lynn, MA vs. Charleston, SC
Compared to Lynn, Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.0% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.6% lower
  Commute
  15.1% lower
  Health
  8.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% lower