Walnut Creek, California vs. Charleston, West Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, West Virginia is 59.1% cheaper than Walnut Creek, California.

You would need a salary of $30,675 in Charleston, West Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Walnut Creek, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, West Virginia is cheaper than Walnut Creek, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
84% cheaper in Charleston
than in Walnut Creek, California
Walnut Creek, CA vs. Charleston, WV
Compared to Walnut Creek, Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.1% 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
  11.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  87.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.8% lower
  Commute
  31.8% lower
  Health
  12.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.1% lower