James Island, South Carolina vs. Sandy, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sandy, Oregon is 14.2% more expensive than James Island, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $57,077 in Sandy, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in James Island, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sandy, Oregon is more expensive than James Island, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% more expensive in Sandy
than in James Island, South Carolina
James Island, SC vs. Sandy, OR
Compared to James Island, Sandy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.2% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.8% lower
  Commute
  44.8% higher
  Health
  5.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% higher

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