Albany, New York vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 0.9% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $41,608 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Albany, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.9% 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
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.5% lower
  Commute
  15.1% lower
  Health
  25.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.8% lower