Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Orem, Utah

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Orem, Utah is 15.6% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $57,793 in Orem, Utah to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Orem, Utah is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% more expensive in Orem
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Orem, UT
Compared to Rapid City, Orem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.6% 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
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% higher
  Commute
  14.9% higher
  Health
  30.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% lower