Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Abilene, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Abilene, Texas is 17.1% cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $47,281 in Abilene, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Abilene, Texas is cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Abilene
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Abilene, TX
Compared to Rapid City, Abilene is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.1% 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
  8.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.6% higher
  Commute
  7.9% lower
  Health
  20.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% lower