East Pasadena, California vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 53.3% cheaper than East Pasadena, California.

You would need a salary of $46,725 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in East Pasadena, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than East Pasadena, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Rapid City
than in East Pasadena, California
East Pasadena, CA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to East Pasadena, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  53.3% 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
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% lower
  Commute
  53.7% lower
  Health
  65.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% lower