Point Arena, California vs. Charleston, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is 16.8% cheaper than Point Arena, California.

You would need a salary of $62,386 in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Point Arena, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is cheaper than Point Arena, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
44% cheaper in Charleston
than in Point Arena, California
Point Arena, CA vs. Charleston, SC
Compared to Point Arena, Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.8% 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)
  44.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.5% lower
  Commute
  10.1% higher
  Health
  20.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% higher