Cost of Living Calculator - Arroyo Grande, California vs Rapid City, South Dakota


The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 37.6% cheaper than Arroyo Grande, California.

You would need a salary of $46,832 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Arroyo Grande, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Arroyo Grande, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Arroyo Grande, California
Arroyo Grande, CA vs Rapid City, SD
Compared to Arroyo Grande, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.6% 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
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.8% higher
  Commute
  21.4% lower
  Health
  35.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% lower

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