Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Reston, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reston, Virginia is 43.7% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $60,364 in Reston, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reston, Virginia is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
95% more expensive in Reston
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Reston, VA
Compared to Rapid City, Reston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.7% 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
  11.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  117.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% higher
  Commute
  65.9% higher
  Health
  30.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.5% higher