Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 0.5% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $50,262 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, 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
11% more expensive in Richmond
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Rapid City, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.5% 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
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% higher
  Commute
  12.2% higher
  Health
  32.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% higher