Washington, District of Columbia vs. Pawleys Island, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pawleys Island, South Carolina is 30.7% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $51,992 in Pawleys Island, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pawleys Island, South Carolina is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
62% cheaper in Pawleys Island
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Pawleys Island, SC
Compared to Washington, Pawleys Island is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.7% 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
  9.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% lower
  Commute
  41.6% lower
  Health
  5.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% lower

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