Laguna Woods, California vs. Charleston, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is 3.2% cheaper than Laguna Woods, California.

You would need a salary of $48,413 in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Laguna Woods, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is cheaper than Laguna Woods, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
54% cheaper in Charleston
than in Laguna Woods, California
Laguna Woods, CA vs. Charleston, SC
Compared to Laguna Woods, Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.2% 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
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.1% higher
  Commute
  16.4% lower
  Health
  3.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% lower