Cost of Living Calculator - Newton, Kansas vs Rapid City, South Dakota


The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 22.1% more expensive than Newton, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $61,047 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Newton, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
103% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Newton, Kansas
Newton, KS vs Rapid City, SD
Compared to Newton, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.1% 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
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  91.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.7% lower
  Commute
  9.2% lower
  Health
  45.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% higher

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