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Cost of Living Calculator - Charleston, South Carolina vs Boston, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 39.7% more expensive than Charleston, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $169,047 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Charleston, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% more expensive in Boston
than in Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston, SC vs Boston, MA
Compared to Charleston, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  39.7% higher
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  5.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  90.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  15.0% higher
  Commute
  40.1% higher
  Health
  7.0% lower
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  Personal
  24.1% higher
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