Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Dolores, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dolores, Colorado is 2.8% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $51,412 in Dolores, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dolores, Colorado is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Dolores
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Dolores, CO
Compared to Rapid City, Dolores is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% higher
      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
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.2% higher
  Commute
  6.2% higher
  Health
  45.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% lower