Binghamton, New York vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 28.0% more expensive than Binghamton, New York.

You would need a salary of $95,984 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Binghamton, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Binghamton, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
128% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Binghamton, New York
Binghamton, NY vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Binghamton, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.0% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  167.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% lower
  Commute
  3.6% lower
  Health
  28.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% higher