Lincoln, Nebraska vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 4.5% more expensive than Lincoln, Nebraska.

You would need a salary of $52,240 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Lincoln, Nebraska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Lincoln, Nebraska
Lincoln, NE vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Lincoln, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.5% 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
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.7% higher
  Commute
  2.1% lower
  Health
  9.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher