Cost of Living Calculator - Lucas, Iowa vs Rapid City, South Dakota


The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 22.9% more expensive than Lucas, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $92,159 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Lucas, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Lucas, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Lucas, Iowa
Lucas, IA vs Rapid City, SD
Compared to Lucas, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.9% 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
  5.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  238.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.7% lower
  Commute
  6.3% higher
  Health
  25.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% higher

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