San Marcos, California vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 38.5% cheaper than San Marcos, California.

You would need a salary of $61,519 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than San Marcos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Rapid City
than in San Marcos, California
San Marcos, CA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to San Marcos, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.5% 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
  8.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.7% lower
  Commute
  39.5% lower
  Health
  65.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% lower