Rochester, Massachusetts vs. Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina is 10.1% cheaper than Rochester, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $89,910 in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina is cheaper than Rochester, Massachusetts
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
45% cheaper in Hilton Head Island
than in Rochester, Massachusetts
Rochester, MA vs. Hilton Head Island, SC
Compared to Rochester, Hilton Head Island is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.1% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.9% lower
  Commute
  46.7% lower
  Health
  17.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% lower

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