San Jose, California vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 55.5% cheaper than San Jose, California.

You would need a salary of $33,349 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Rapid City
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to San Jose, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  55.5% 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
  12.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% lower
  Commute
  50.7% lower
  Health
  36.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% lower