Ridgecrest, California vs. Watertown, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Watertown, South Dakota is 11.8% cheaper than Ridgecrest, California.

You would need a salary of $44,121 in Watertown, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Ridgecrest, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Watertown, South Dakota is cheaper than Ridgecrest, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
44% cheaper in Watertown
than in Ridgecrest, California
Ridgecrest, CA vs. Watertown, SD
Compared to Ridgecrest, Watertown is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.8% 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
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.1% lower
  Commute
  41.6% lower
  Health
  30.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% lower