Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Independence, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Independence, Kansas is 29.9% cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $28,033 in Independence, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Kansas is cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Independence
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Independence, KS
Compared to Rapid City, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.9% 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
  9.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.7% higher
  Commute
  12.6% lower
  Health
  32.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% lower