Shirley, New York vs. Aiken, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Aiken, South Carolina is 26.7% cheaper than Shirley, New York.

You would need a salary of $80,654 in Aiken, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Shirley, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Aiken, South Carolina is cheaper than Shirley, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Aiken
than in Shirley, New York
Shirley, NY vs. Aiken, SC
Compared to Shirley, Aiken is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.7% 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
  7.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.1% lower
  Commute
  26.7% lower
  Health
  22.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.7% lower