Buffalo, New York vs. West Columbia, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Columbia, South Carolina is 3.6% cheaper than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $72,288 in West Columbia, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Columbia, South Carolina is cheaper than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
0% cheaper in West Columbia
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. West Columbia, SC
Compared to Buffalo, West Columbia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.6% 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
  3.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% higher
  Commute
  20.0% lower
  Health
  11.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.0% higher