Richmond, Virginia vs. Charleston, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is 14.3% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $85,692 in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in Charleston
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Charleston, SC
Compared to Richmond, Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.3% 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
  7.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% higher
  Commute
  12.7% higher
  Health
  2.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% lower