Newark, California vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 51.0% cheaper than Newark, California.

You would need a salary of $53,845 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Newark, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Newark, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Newark, California
Newark, CA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Newark, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.0% 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
  10.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  76.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.2% lower
  Commute
  37.4% lower
  Health
  25.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.6% lower