Medford, New York vs. Charleston, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is 11.4% cheaper than Medford, New York.

You would need a salary of $59,375 in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Medford, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is cheaper than Medford, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
53% cheaper in Charleston
than in Medford, New York
Medford, NY vs. Charleston, SC
Compared to Medford, Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.4% 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
  0.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.0% lower
  Commute
  17.0% lower
  Health
  22.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% lower