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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Margarita, California vs Rapid City, South Dakota

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 27.3% cheaper than Santa Margarita, California.

You would need a salary of $54,525 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Margarita, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Santa Margarita, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Santa Margarita, California
Santa Margarita, CA vs Rapid City, SD
Compared to Santa Margarita, Rapid City is:
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  27.3% lower
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  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.3% lower
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  Utilities
  0.1% higher
  Commute
  22.1% lower
  Health
  35.0% higher
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  Personal
  3.1% lower
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