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MELBOURNE vs. CHARLESTON
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Melbourne, Florida vs. Charleston, South Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is
16.3%
more expensive
than Melbourne, Florida.
You would need a salary of
$86,072
in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Melbourne, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is
more expensive
than Melbourne, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Charleston
than in Melbourne, Florida
Melbourne, FL vs. Charleston, SC
Compared to Melbourne, Charleston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
62.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.4% higher
Commute
12.8% higher
Health
3.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.4% higher
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