South Bend, Indiana vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 27.5% more expensive than South Bend, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $101,973 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in South Bend, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than South Bend, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% more expensive in Rapid City
than in South Bend, Indiana
South Bend, IN vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to South Bend, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.5% 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
  11.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  206.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% higher
  Commute
  3.6% lower
  Health
  57.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% higher