Poughkeepsie, New York vs. North Charleston, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in North Charleston, South Carolina is 11.2% cheaper than Poughkeepsie, New York.

You would need a salary of $44,390 in North Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Poughkeepsie, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Charleston, South Carolina is cheaper than Poughkeepsie, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
53% cheaper in North Charleston
than in Poughkeepsie, New York
Poughkeepsie, NY vs. North Charleston, SC
Compared to Poughkeepsie, North Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% 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
  6.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.8% lower
  Commute
  18.8% lower
  Health
  23.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% lower