Glen Ellyn, Illinois vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 19.3% cheaper than Glen Ellyn, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $40,372 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Glen Ellyn, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Glen Ellyn, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Glen Ellyn, Illinois
Glen Ellyn, IL vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Glen Ellyn, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.3% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% lower
  Commute
  39.4% lower
  Health
  55.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.7% lower