Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Carson City, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carson City, Michigan is 13.5% cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $43,253 in Carson City, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carson City, Michigan is cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Carson City
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Carson City, MI
Compared to Rapid City, Carson City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.5% 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
  8.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% higher
  Commute
  55.0% higher
  Health
  43.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.8% lower