Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Tustin, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tustin, California is 71.2% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $102,741 in Tustin, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tustin, 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
214% more expensive in Tustin
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Tustin, CA
Compared to Rapid City, Tustin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  71.2% 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
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  248.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% higher
  Commute
  47.7% higher
  Health
  36.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% higher