Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Grand Marais, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Marais, Minnesota is 4.9% cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $59,427 in Grand Marais, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Marais, Minnesota is cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
41% cheaper in Grand Marais
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Grand Marais, MN
Compared to Rapid City, Grand Marais is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.9% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% lower
  Commute
  11.6% lower
  Health
  41.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% higher

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