Cost of Living Calculator - Marion, Indiana vs Rapid City, South Dakota


The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 44.6% more expensive than Marion, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $108,472 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Marion, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
181% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Marion, Indiana
Marion, IN vs Rapid City, SD
Compared to Marion, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.6% 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
  10.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  171.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% higher
  Commute
  20.0% higher
  Health
  58.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.6% higher

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