Cost of Living Calculator - Baker, Montana vs Rapid City, South Dakota


The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 19.1% more expensive than Baker, Montana.

You would need a salary of $89,298 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Baker, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Baker, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Baker, Montana
Baker, MT vs Rapid City, SD
Compared to Baker, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.1% 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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% higher
  Commute
  20.2% higher
  Health
  46.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% lower

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