Sacramento, California vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 21.4% cheaper than Sacramento, California.

You would need a salary of $62,895 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Sacramento, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Sacramento, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Sacramento, California
Sacramento, CA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Sacramento, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.4% 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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.6% lower
  Commute
  38.5% lower
  Health
  41.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% lower