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


The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 31.2% cheaper than Atascadero, California.

You would need a salary of $51,622 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Atascadero, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Atascadero, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Atascadero, California
Atascadero, CA vs Rapid City, SD
Compared to Atascadero, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.2% 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
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.6% lower
  Commute
  23.1% lower
  Health
  35.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% lower

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