Simi Valley, California vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 37.0% cheaper than Simi Valley, California.

You would need a salary of $47,233 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Simi Valley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Simi Valley, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Simi Valley, California
Simi Valley, CA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Simi Valley, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.0% 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
  6.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.7% lower
  Commute
  32.5% lower
  Health
  37.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% lower