Cost of Living Calculator - Lawrence, Kansas vs Rapid City, South Dakota


The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 2.6% more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $76,931 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Lawrence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
6% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Lawrence, Kansas
Lawrence, KS vs Rapid City, SD
Compared to Lawrence, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.6% 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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% lower
  Commute
  14.4% lower
  Health
  38.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.2% lower

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