Erie, Colorado vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 29.9% cheaper than Erie, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $35,070 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Erie, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Erie, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Erie, Colorado
Erie, CO vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Erie, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.9% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.5% lower
  Commute
  22.6% lower
  Health
  68.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.3% lower