Burlington, Vermont vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 14.9% cheaper than Burlington, Vermont.

You would need a salary of $38,308 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Burlington, Vermont.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Burlington, Vermont
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Burlington, Vermont
Burlington, VT vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Burlington, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.9% 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
  10.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.3% lower
  Commute
  6.1% lower
  Health
  13.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% lower