Elkville, Illinois vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 26.6% more expensive than Elkville, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $63,311 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Elkville, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Elkville, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
352% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Elkville, Illinois
Elkville, IL vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Elkville, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.6% 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
  8.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  216.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.6% lower
  Commute
  18.1% lower
  Health
  13.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% higher