Cost of Living Calculator - Frederick, Maryland vs West Columbia, South Carolina


The cost of living in West Columbia, South Carolina is 21.8% cheaper than Frederick, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $63,174 in West Columbia, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Frederick, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Columbia, South Carolina is cheaper than Frederick, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in West Columbia
than in Frederick, Maryland
Frederick, MD vs West Columbia, SC
Compared to Frederick, West Columbia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.8% 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
  11.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.1% higher
  Commute
  16.5% lower
  Health
  38.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.1% lower

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