Rome, New York vs. Sumter, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sumter, South Carolina is 5.1% cheaper than Rome, New York.

You would need a salary of $170,892 in Sumter, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Rome, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sumter, South Carolina is cheaper than Rome, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
47% cheaper in Sumter
than in Rome, New York
Rome, NY vs. Sumter, SC
Compared to Rome, Sumter is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.1% 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
  5.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% lower
  Commute
  2.3% lower
  Health
  5.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% lower