Helena, Montana vs. Rapid Valley, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid Valley, South Dakota is 6.2% cheaper than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $46,881 in Rapid Valley, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid Valley, South Dakota is cheaper than Helena, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Rapid Valley
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Rapid Valley, SD
Compared to Helena, Rapid Valley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.2% 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
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.2% higher
  Commute
  26.2% higher
  Health
  45.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% lower