Polson, Montana vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 4.0% cheaper than Polson, Montana.

You would need a salary of $47,992 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Polson, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Polson, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Polson, Montana
Polson, MT vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Polson, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.0% 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
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.7% higher
  Commute
  0.9% lower
  Health
  46.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% higher