Queens, New York vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 43.2% cheaper than Queens, New York.

You would need a salary of $28,402 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Queens, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Queens, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Queens, New York
Queens, NY vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Queens, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.2% 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
  13.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  37.9% lower
  Commute
  60.5% lower
  Health
  16.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.5% lower