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


The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 34.3% cheaper than Escondido, California.

You would need a salary of $19,698 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Escondido, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Escondido, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Escondido, California
Escondido, CA vs Rapid City, SD
Compared to Escondido, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.3% 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
  7.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.8% lower
  Commute
  32.5% lower
  Health
  65.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% lower

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