Marshalltown, Iowa vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 31.1% more expensive than Marshalltown, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $102,288 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Marshalltown, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Marshalltown, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
127% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Marshalltown, Iowa
Marshalltown, IA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Marshalltown, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.1% 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
  6.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  108.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.4% lower
  Commute
  19.6% higher
  Health
  35.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher