Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Whittier, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Whittier, California is 56.7% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $78,347 in Whittier, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Whittier, 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
138% more expensive in Whittier
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Whittier, CA
Compared to Rapid City, Whittier is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  56.7% 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
  1.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  172.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% higher
  Commute
  117.3% higher
  Health
  41.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% higher