Provo, Utah vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 12.1% cheaper than Provo, Utah.

You would need a salary of $114,333 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Provo, Utah.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Provo, Utah
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Provo, Utah
Provo, UT vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Provo, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% 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
  6.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% lower
  Commute
  12.9% lower
  Health
  44.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% higher