Richmond, Virginia vs. Beaufort, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Beaufort, South Carolina is 3.7% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $57,752 in Beaufort, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Beaufort, South Carolina is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
44% cheaper in Beaufort
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Beaufort, SC
Compared to Richmond, Beaufort is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.7% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.4% higher
  Commute
  21.0% lower
  Health
  5.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher