Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Gainesville, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gainesville, Georgia is 2.5% cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $69,218 in Gainesville, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gainesville, Georgia is cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
32% cheaper in Gainesville
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Gainesville, GA
Compared to Rapid City, Gainesville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.5% 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
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.6% higher
  Commute
  11.8% higher
  Health
  32.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% lower