Cost of Living Calculator - Charleston, South Carolina vs Wasilla, Alaska


The cost of living in Wasilla, Alaska is 2.4% more expensive than Charleston, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $76,800 in Wasilla, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wasilla, Alaska is more expensive than Charleston, South Carolina
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
31% more expensive in Wasilla
than in Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston, SC vs Wasilla, AK
Compared to Charleston, Wasilla is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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
  27.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.6% higher
  Commute
  28.9% higher
  Health
  31.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.5% higher

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