Albuquerque, New Mexico vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 5.3% more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $200,016 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
84% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Albuquerque, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.3% higher
      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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  16.8% lower
  Health
  84.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% higher