Billings, Montana vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 2.4% more expensive than Billings, Montana.

You would need a salary of $51,178 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Billings, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Billings, Montana
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
57% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Billings, Montana
Billings, MT vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Billings, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  1.1% lower
  Health
  57.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% lower