Manassas, Virginia vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 21.6% cheaper than Manassas, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $180,230 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Manassas, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Manassas, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Manassas, Virginia
Manassas, VA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Manassas, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.6% 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
  9.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.2% lower
  Commute
  27.5% lower
  Health
  40.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.9% lower