Oceanside, California vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 34.6% cheaper than Oceanside, California.

You would need a salary of $26,174 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Oceanside, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Oceanside, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Oceanside, California
Oceanside, CA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Oceanside, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.6% 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
  7.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.6% lower
  Commute
  33.6% lower
  Health
  65.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower