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SANTA BARBARA vs. RAPID CITY
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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Barbara, California vs Rapid City, South Dakota
The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is
56.1%
cheaper
than Santa Barbara, California.
You would need a salary of
$87,748
in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is
cheaper
than Santa Barbara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs Rapid City, SD
Compared to Santa Barbara, Rapid City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
56.1% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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12.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
82.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.0% higher
Commute
23.3% lower
Health
29.9% higher
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Personal
2.2% lower
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