Palestine, Texas vs. Charleston, West Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, West Virginia is 10.2% more expensive than Palestine, Texas.

You would need a salary of $55,109 in Charleston, West Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Palestine, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, West Virginia is more expensive than Palestine, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
62% more expensive in Charleston
than in Palestine, Texas
Palestine, TX vs. Charleston, WV
Compared to Palestine, Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.2% 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
  6.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.5% lower
  Commute
  33.2% higher
  Health
  14.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% lower