Norway, Maine vs. Charleston, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is 27.2% more expensive than Norway, Maine.

You would need a salary of $63,615 in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Norway, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is more expensive than Norway, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% more expensive in Charleston
than in Norway, Maine
Norway, ME vs. Charleston, SC
Compared to Norway, Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.2% higher
      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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  152.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% lower
  Commute
  16.7% higher
  Health
  3.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.3% higher