Newark, Ohio vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 16.9% more expensive than Newark, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $58,435 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Newark, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Newark, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Newark, Ohio
Newark, OH vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Newark, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.9% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.6% lower
  Commute
  2.9% lower
  Health
  59.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.6% lower