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


The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 21.3% cheaper than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $59,061 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs Rapid City, SD
Compared to Santa Maria, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.3% 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
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  21.8% lower
  Health
  29.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.4% lower

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