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Cost of Living Calculator - Charleston, South Carolina vs Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 4.4% cheaper than Charleston, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $86,066 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Charleston, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston, SC vs Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Charleston, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
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  4.4% lower
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  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.0% higher
  Commute
  50.8% higher
  Health
  5.8% higher
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  Personal
  8.0% higher
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