Cortland, New York vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 22.1% more expensive than Cortland, New York.

You would need a salary of $91,571 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Cortland, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Cortland, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Cortland, New York
Cortland, NY vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Cortland, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.1% 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)
  97.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% lower
  Commute
  9.6% higher
  Health
  26.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% higher