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CHARLESTON vs. SANTA ANA
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Charleston, South Carolina vs. Santa Ana, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Ana, California is
31.9%
more expensive
than Charleston, South Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$65,938
in Santa Ana, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Ana, California is
more expensive
than Charleston, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Santa Ana
than in Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston, SC vs. Santa Ana, CA
Compared to Charleston, Santa Ana is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
31.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
76.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.6% lower
Commute
19.6% higher
Health
3.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.9% higher
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