Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
26% cheaper
Charleston is 26% more affordable than Frisco. A $75,000 salary in Frisco is equivalent to $55,435 in Charleston.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Charleston has a housing index of 62 while Frisco sits at 142 (national average = 100). The median home in Charleston costs $135,000 compared to $500,000 in Frisco, a difference of $365,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $850 in Charleston versus $1,900 in Frisco.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Charleston scores 97 while Frisco scores 99. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Charleston (91) are lower than Frisco (100).
Median household income in Charleston is $42,034 compared to $126,048 in Frisco. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Charleston.
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