Hastings, Minnesota vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 4.0% cheaper than Hastings, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $95,984 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Hastings, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Hastings, Minnesota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
47% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Hastings, Minnesota
Hastings, MN vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Hastings, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.0% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% lower
  Commute
  29.1% lower
  Health
  96.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% lower