Newport Beach, California vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 72.9% cheaper than Newport Beach, California.

You would need a salary of $27,074 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Newport Beach, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Newport Beach, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Newport Beach, California
Newport Beach, CA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Newport Beach, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  72.9% 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
  12.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  90.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.6% higher
  Commute
  32.9% lower
  Health
  57.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% lower