Cedar City, Utah vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 6.9% more expensive than Cedar City, Utah.

You would need a salary of $53,468 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Cedar City, Utah.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Cedar City, Utah
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
34% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Cedar City, Utah
Cedar City, UT vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Cedar City, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.9% 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
  8.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% higher
  Commute
  13.2% higher
  Health
  35.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% higher