Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Missoula, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Missoula, Montana is 17.3% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $58,630 in Missoula, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Missoula, Montana is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% more expensive in Missoula
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Missoula, MT
Compared to Rapid City, Missoula is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.3% 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
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% lower
  Commute
  4.3% higher
  Health
  30.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% lower