Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
4% cheaper
Charleston is 4% more affordable than Frisco. A $75,000 salary in Frisco is equivalent to $71,739 in Charleston.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: South Carolina salaries · Texas salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Charleston has a housing index of 127 while Frisco sits at 142 (national average = 100). The median home in Charleston costs $380,000 compared to $500,000 in Frisco, a difference of $120,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,600 in Charleston versus $1,900 in Frisco.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Charleston scores 102 while Frisco scores 99. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Charleston (104) are higher than Frisco (100). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Charleston is $65,872 compared to $126,048 in Frisco. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Charleston.
Amazon affiliate links