Melville, New York vs. Charleston, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is 34.6% cheaper than Melville, New York.

You would need a salary of $58,892 in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Melville, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is cheaper than Melville, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Charleston
than in Melville, New York
Melville, NY vs. Charleston, SC
Compared to Melville, Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.6% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.0% lower
  Commute
  16.8% lower
  Health
  22.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% lower