Cost of Living Calculator - Darien, Illinois vs Rapid City, South Dakota


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

You would need a salary of $42,527 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Darien, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Darien, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Darien, Illinois
Darien, IL vs Rapid City, SD
Compared to Darien, 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
  0.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% lower
  Commute
  40.2% lower
  Health
  55.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% lower

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