West Columbia, South Carolina vs. Westlake, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Westlake, Ohio is 17.7% more expensive than West Columbia, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $48,258 in Westlake, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in West Columbia, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Westlake, Ohio is more expensive than West Columbia, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% more expensive in Westlake
than in West Columbia, South Carolina
West Columbia, SC vs. Westlake, OH
Compared to West Columbia, Westlake is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.7% 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
  8.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  101.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.5% lower
  Commute
  7.8% higher
  Health
  29.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% higher