Billings, North Dakota vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 5.9% cheaper than Billings, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $70,571 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Billings, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Billings, North Dakota
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
41% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Billings, North Dakota
Billings, ND vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Billings, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% 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
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.3% higher
  Commute
  21.0% higher
  Health
  33.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.2% lower