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GAINESVILLE vs. CHARLESTON
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Gainesville, Florida vs. Charleston, South Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is
22.0%
more expensive
than Gainesville, Florida.
You would need a salary of
$103,700
in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Gainesville, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is
more expensive
than Gainesville, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% more expensive in Charleston
than in Gainesville, Florida
Gainesville, FL vs. Charleston, SC
Compared to Gainesville, Charleston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
22.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
6.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
72.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.6% lower
Commute
15.5% higher
Health
10.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
7.8% higher
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