Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Melbourne, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne, Florida is 1.3% cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $49,372 in Melbourne, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Florida is cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
32% cheaper in Melbourne
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Melbourne, FL
Compared to Rapid City, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.3% 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
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% higher
  Commute
  12.1% higher
  Health
  32.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower