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


The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 37.9% cheaper than Davis, California.

You would need a salary of $74,494 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Davis, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Davis, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Davis, California
Davis, CA vs Rapid City, SD
Compared to Davis, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.9% 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
  9.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.5% lower
  Commute
  23.6% lower
  Health
  36.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% lower

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