Elk Grove, California vs. Rapid City, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, Michigan is 33.9% cheaper than Elk Grove, California.

You would need a salary of $33,041 in Rapid City, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Elk Grove, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, Michigan is cheaper than Elk Grove, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Elk Grove, California
Elk Grove, CA vs. Rapid City, MI
Compared to Elk Grove, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.9% 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
  11.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% higher
  Commute
  20.1% lower
  Health
  18.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.9% lower