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CHARLESTON vs. RICHMOND
Cost of Living Comparison
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Charleston, South Carolina vs. Richmond, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is
12.5%
cheaper
than Charleston, South Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$376,309
in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is
cheaper
than Charleston, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Richmond
than in Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston, SC vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Charleston, Richmond is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
12.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
7.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
32.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.7% lower
Commute
11.3% lower
Health
2.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.3% higher
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