Buford, Georgia vs. North Charleston, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in North Charleston, South Carolina is 12.7% cheaper than Buford, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $43,666 in North Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Buford, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Charleston, South Carolina is cheaper than Buford, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in North Charleston
than in Buford, Georgia
Buford, GA vs. North Charleston, SC
Compared to Buford, North Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.7% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.7% higher
  Commute
  5.2% lower
  Health
  1.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher

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