Staten Island, New York vs. Charleston, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, South Carolina is 29.1% cheaper than Staten Island, New York.

You would need a salary of $92,209 in Charleston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Staten Island, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, South Carolina is cheaper than Staten Island, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% cheaper in Charleston
than in Staten Island, New York
Staten Island, NY vs. Charleston, SC
Compared to Staten Island, Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.1% 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
  8.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  33.8% lower
  Commute
  48.6% lower
  Health
  24.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower