Pecos, Texas vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 24.6% more expensive than Pecos, Texas.

You would need a salary of $93,482 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Pecos, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Pecos, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
110% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Pecos, Texas
Pecos, TX vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Pecos, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.6% 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
  11.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  133.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.0% lower
  Commute
  8.9% higher
  Health
  29.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% higher

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