Frederick, Maryland vs. Charleston, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is 0.6% more expensive than Frederick, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $35,225 in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Frederick, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is more expensive than Frederick, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% more expensive in Charleston
than in Frederick, Maryland
Frederick, MD vs. Charleston, SC
Compared to Frederick, Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.6% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% higher
  Commute
  4.1% lower
  Health
  13.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% lower