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ALEXANDRIA vs. CHARLESTON
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Cost of Living Calculator - Alexandria, Virginia vs Charleston, South Carolina

The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is 21.7% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $254,311 in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
16% cheaper in Charleston
than in Alexandria, Virginia

Alexandria, VA vs Charleston, SC

Compared to Alexandria, Charleston is:

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21.7% lower

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6.2% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

41.6% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

4.4% higher

Commute

26.9% lower

Health

5.1% lower

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Personal

5.5% lower

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