Boston, Massachusetts vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 37.7% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $46,741 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Boston, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  20.5% lower
  Commute
  43.6% lower
  Health
  63.9% higher
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  Personal
  22.4% lower
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