Muncie, Indiana vs. Charleston, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is 53.6% more expensive than Muncie, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $46,070 in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Muncie, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is more expensive than Muncie, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
298% more expensive in Charleston
than in Muncie, Indiana
Muncie, IN vs. Charleston, SC
Compared to Muncie, Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  53.6% 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
  16.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  267.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.9% higher
  Commute
  26.5% higher
  Health
  3.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher