Elkridge, Maryland vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 17.4% cheaper than Elkridge, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $73,125 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Elkridge, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Elkridge, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Elkridge, Maryland
Elkridge, MD vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Elkridge, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.4% 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
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.1% lower
  Commute
  28.4% lower
  Health
  69.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.2% lower