Corning, California vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 2.8% cheaper than Corning, California.

You would need a salary of $77,725 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Corning, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Corning, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
27% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Corning, California
Corning, CA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Corning, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.2% lower
  Commute
  13.0% lower
  Health
  23.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher