Champaign, Illinois vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 20.7% more expensive than Champaign, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $90,530 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Champaign, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Champaign, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Champaign, Illinois
Champaign, IL vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Champaign, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.7% 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
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% lower
  Commute
  7.2% higher
  Health
  32.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% higher