Columbus, Ohio vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 10.6% more expensive than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $39,125 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Columbus, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.6% 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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.0% lower
  Commute
  17.4% lower
  Health
  64.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% higher