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CHARLESTON vs. ALEXANDRIA
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Charleston, South Carolina vs. Alexandria, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Alexandria, Virginia is
27.8%
more expensive
than Charleston, South Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$63,889
in Alexandria, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alexandria, Virginia is
more expensive
than Charleston, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% more expensive in Alexandria
than in Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston, SC vs. Alexandria, VA
Compared to Charleston, Alexandria is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
27.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
6.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
71.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.2% lower
Commute
36.9% higher
Health
5.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.9% higher
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