Cost of Living Calculator - Chico, California vs Rapid Valley, South Dakota


The cost of living in Rapid Valley, South Dakota is 18.6% cheaper than Chico, California.

You would need a salary of $40,699 in Rapid Valley, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Chico, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid Valley, South Dakota is cheaper than Chico, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Rapid Valley
than in Chico, California
Chico, CA vs Rapid Valley, SD
Compared to Chico, Rapid Valley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.6% 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
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.2% lower
  Commute
  9.7% lower
  Health
  21.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% lower

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