Cost of Living Calculator - Buffalo, New York vs Rapid City, South Dakota


The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 8.0% more expensive than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $81,017 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs Rapid City, SD
Compared to Buffalo, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.0% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  143.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.3% lower
  Commute
  27.3% lower
  Health
  39.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.5% higher

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