Talladega, Alabama vs. Columbia, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbia, South Carolina is 19.4% more expensive than Talladega, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $59,675 in Columbia, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Talladega, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, South Carolina is more expensive than Talladega, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% more expensive in Columbia
than in Talladega, Alabama
Talladega, AL vs. Columbia, SC
Compared to Talladega, Columbia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.4% higher
      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
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  92.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% higher
  Commute
  14.2% higher
  Health
  2.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% higher