Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Sonora, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sonora, California is 14.5% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $45,816 in Sonora, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sonora, California is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% more expensive in Sonora
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Sonora, CA
Compared to Rapid City, Sonora is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.5% higher
      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
  4.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.2% higher
  Commute
  17.2% higher
  Health
  18.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.7% higher