Cost of Living Calculator - Charleston, South Carolina vs Towson, Maryland


The cost of living in Towson, Maryland is 5.3% more expensive than Charleston, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $52,641 in Towson, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Towson, Maryland is more expensive than Charleston, South Carolina
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
48% more expensive in Towson
than in Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston, SC vs Towson, MD
Compared to Charleston, Towson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.3% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.6% higher
  Commute
  17.3% higher
  Health
  11.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% higher

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