Cost of Living Calculator - Burlington, Iowa vs Rapid City, South Dakota


The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 39.2% more expensive than Burlington, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $69,578 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Burlington, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Burlington, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
169% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Burlington, Iowa
Burlington, IA vs Rapid City, SD
Compared to Burlington, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.2% 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
  8.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  163.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.8% lower
  Commute
  23.0% higher
  Health
  26.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.2% higher

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