St. Michael, Minnesota vs. Surfside Beach, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Surfside Beach, South Carolina is 4.3% cheaper than St. Michael, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $71,770 in Surfside Beach, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in St. Michael, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Surfside Beach, South Carolina is cheaper than St. Michael, Minnesota
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
40% cheaper in Surfside Beach
than in St. Michael, Minnesota
St. Michael, MN vs. Surfside Beach, SC
Compared to St. Michael, Surfside Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.3% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.4% higher
  Commute
  28.2% lower
  Health
  28.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.4% lower

The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

© Best Places. All rights reserved.