Portola Valley, California vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 82.6% cheaper than Portola Valley, California.

You would need a salary of $13,060 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Portola Valley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Portola Valley, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
92% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Portola Valley, California
Portola Valley, CA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Portola Valley, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  82.6% 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
  21.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  94.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% lower
  Commute
  49.1% lower
  Health
  25.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.9% lower