Charleston, South Carolina vs. Renton, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Renton, Washington is 31.7% more expensive than Charleston, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $119,842 in Renton, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Renton, Washington is more expensive than Charleston, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% more expensive in Renton
than in Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston, SC vs. Renton, WA
Compared to Charleston, Renton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.7% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.1% lower
  Commute
  51.9% higher
  Health
  8.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.9% higher