Rapid City, South Dakota vs. San Diego, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Diego, California is 67.8% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $120,417 in San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Diego, 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
184% more expensive in San Diego
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. San Diego, CA
Compared to Rapid City, San Diego is:
  Homeowner
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  67.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  210.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.7% higher
  Commute
  61.6% higher
  Health
  39.5% lower
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  Personal
  5.4% higher
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