Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sioux Falls, South Dakota is 4.9% cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $57,050 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sioux Falls, South Dakota is cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
30% cheaper in Sioux Falls
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Sioux Falls, SD
Compared to Rapid City, Sioux Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.9% 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
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% higher
  Commute
  0.5% higher
  Health
  30.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% higher