Missoula, Montana vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 14.7% cheaper than Missoula, Montana.

You would need a salary of $42,640 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Missoula, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Missoula, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Missoula, Montana
Missoula, MT vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Missoula, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.7% 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
  3.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.7% higher
  Commute
  4.1% lower
  Health
  44.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% higher