Helena, Montana vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 3.8% cheaper than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $48,089 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Rapid_City, SD
Compared to Helena, Rapid_City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% higher
  Commute
  22.4% higher
  Health
  45.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% lower