La Grande, Oregon vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 13.8% more expensive than La Grande, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $56,905 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in La Grande, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than La Grande, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Rapid City
than in La Grande, Oregon
La Grande, OR vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to La Grande, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.8% 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
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% higher
  Commute
  1.4% higher
  Health
  42.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% higher