Charleston, South Carolina vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 6.1% more expensive than Charleston, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $53,051 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is more expensive than Charleston, South Carolina
• Overall1 is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Overall1
7% more expensive in Boise City
than in Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston, SC vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to Charleston, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.1% 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
  11.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.4% lower
  Commute
  10.2% lower
  Health
  3.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% lower