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


The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 32.0% cheaper than Linden, California.

You would need a salary of $122,390 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Linden, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Linden, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Linden, California
Linden, CA vs Rapid City, SD
Compared to Linden, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.0% 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
  6.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.5% lower
  Commute
  31.9% lower
  Health
  46.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% lower

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