Galax, Virginia vs. Charleston, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is 50.0% more expensive than Galax, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $75,000 in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Galax, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is more expensive than Galax, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
245% more expensive in Charleston
than in Galax, Virginia
Galax, VA vs. Charleston, SC
Compared to Galax, Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  50.0% 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
  11.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  252.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.4% higher
  Commute
  49.1% higher
  Health
  12.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.1% higher