Chicago, Illinois vs. Beaufort, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Beaufort, South Carolina is 13.9% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $43,063 in Beaufort, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Beaufort, South Carolina is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
46% cheaper in Beaufort
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Beaufort, SC
Compared to Chicago, Beaufort is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.9% lower
      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
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.6% higher
  Commute
  52.3% lower
  Health
  19.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.0% higher