Mission Viejo, California vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 43.8% cheaper than Mission Viejo, California.

You would need a salary of $28,101 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Mission Viejo, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Mission Viejo, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Mission Viejo, California
Mission Viejo, CA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Mission Viejo, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.5% lower
  Commute
  36.7% lower
  Health
  57.4% higher
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  Personal
  4.3% lower
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