San Francisco, California vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 60.8% cheaper than San Francisco, California.

You would need a salary of $117,541 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in San Francisco, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than San Francisco, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Rapid City
than in San Francisco, California
San Francisco, CA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to San Francisco, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  60.8% 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
  14.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  84.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% lower
  Commute
  53.0% lower
  Health
  27.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.8% lower