Poughkeepsie, New York vs. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is 14.7% cheaper than Poughkeepsie, New York.

You would need a salary of $42,634 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Poughkeepsie, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is cheaper than Poughkeepsie, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
57% cheaper in Myrtle Beach
than in Poughkeepsie, New York
Poughkeepsie, NY vs. Myrtle Beach, SC
Compared to Poughkeepsie, Myrtle Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.7% 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
  6.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.2% lower
  Commute
  26.2% lower
  Health
  22.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% lower