Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Laramie, Wyoming

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laramie, Wyoming is 2.9% cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $87,364 in Laramie, Wyoming to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laramie, Wyoming is cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
12% cheaper in Laramie
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Laramie, WY
Compared to Rapid City, Laramie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.2% higher
  Commute
  12.6% lower
  Health
  1.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% lower