Irvine, California vs. Pierre, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pierre, South Dakota is 53.1% cheaper than Irvine, California.

You would need a salary of $44,589 in Pierre, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Irvine, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pierre, South Dakota is cheaper than Irvine, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Pierre
than in Irvine, California
Irvine, CA vs. Pierre, SD
Compared to Irvine, Pierre is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  53.1% 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
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.7% higher
  Commute
  48.2% lower
  Health
  25.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.1% lower