Springfield, Virginia vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 33.1% cheaper than Springfield, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $65,608 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Springfield, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Springfield, Virginia
Springfield, VA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Springfield, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.1% 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
  10.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% lower
  Commute
  41.6% lower
  Health
  44.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.4% lower