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SAN FRANCISCO vs. COLUMBIA
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San Francisco, California vs. Columbia, South Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbia, South Carolina is
65.4%
cheaper
than San Francisco, California.
You would need a salary of
$87,615
in Columbia, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in San Francisco, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, South Carolina is
cheaper
than San Francisco, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% cheaper in Columbia
than in San Francisco, California
San Francisco, CA vs. Columbia, SC
Compared to San Francisco, Columbia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
65.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
17.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
90.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.7% higher
Commute
51.7% lower
Health
0.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
15.4% lower
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