Utica, New York vs. Charleston, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is 31.2% more expensive than Utica, New York.

You would need a salary of $54,572 in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Utica, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is more expensive than Utica, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
204% more expensive in Charleston
than in Utica, New York
Utica, NY vs. Charleston, SC
Compared to Utica, Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.2% 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
  7.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  209.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.6% lower
  Commute
  13.1% higher
  Health
  13.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% higher