Rapid City, South Dakota vs. St. George, Utah

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in St. George, Utah is 12.8% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $78,933 in St. George, Utah to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, St. George, 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
65% more expensive in St. George
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. St. George, UT
Compared to Rapid City, St. George is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.8% 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
  6.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% higher
  Commute
  1.1% higher
  Health
  24.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% lower