Pocatello, Idaho vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 10.8% more expensive than Pocatello, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $12 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Pocatello, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Pocatello, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
0% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Pocatello, Idaho
Pocatello, ID vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Pocatello, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.8% 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
  10.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.2% higher
  Commute
  0.1% higher
  Health
  36.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% higher