Palm Springs, California vs. Pawleys Island, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pawleys Island, South Carolina is 22.0% cheaper than Palm Springs, California.

You would need a salary of $58,520 in Pawleys Island, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Palm Springs, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pawleys Island, South Carolina is cheaper than Palm Springs, California
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
44% cheaper in Pawleys Island
than in Palm Springs, California
Palm Springs, CA vs. Pawleys Island, SC
Compared to Palm Springs, Pawleys Island is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.0% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% lower
  Commute
  39.3% lower
  Health
  15.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% lower