Albany, Georgia vs. Beaufort, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Beaufort, South Carolina is 25.2% more expensive than Albany, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $62,585 in Beaufort, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Beaufort, South Carolina is more expensive than Albany, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
185% more expensive in Beaufort
than in Albany, Georgia
Albany, GA vs. Beaufort, SC
Compared to Albany, Beaufort is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.2% 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)
  137.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.1% higher
  Commute
  13.8% lower
  Health
  2.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.7% higher