United States
Cost of Living in Charleston, SC
Monthly Total
$3,917
$68,548
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$2,046
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$62
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$2,046
$35,805
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$276
$4,830
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$276
$4,830
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$240
$4,200
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$270
$4,725
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$337
$5,898
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$368
$6,440
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$105
$1,838
Monthly Total
$3,917
$68,548
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