Houston, Texas vs. Charleston, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is 15.0% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $129,920 in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
98% more expensive in Charleston
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Charleston, SC
Compared to Houston, Charleston is:
  Homeowner
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  15.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  20.9% lower
  Health
  1.5% higher
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  Personal
  3.6% higher
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