Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Acton, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Acton, California is 76.0% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $88,023 in Acton, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Acton, California is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
171% more expensive in Acton
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Acton, CA
Compared to Rapid City, Acton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  76.0% higher
      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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  196.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.3% higher
  Commute
  154.2% higher
  Health
  41.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% higher