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DETROIT vs. CHARLESTON
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Detroit, Michigan vs. Charleston, South Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is
23.8%
more expensive
than Detroit, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$61,894
in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is
more expensive
than Detroit, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
588% more expensive in Charleston
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Charleston, SC
Compared to Detroit, Charleston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
23.8% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
18.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
490.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.3% higher
Commute
47.2% lower
Health
18.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
7.3% higher
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