Powell, Wyoming vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 4.2% cheaper than Powell, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $47,896 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Powell, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Powell, Wyoming
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Powell, Wyoming
Powell, WY vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Powell, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.2% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.7% lower
  Commute
  6.8% lower
  Health
  1.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% lower