Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Benson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Benson, Arizona is 11.0% cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $44,508 in Benson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Benson, Arizona is cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% cheaper in Benson
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Benson, AZ
Compared to Rapid City, Benson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.0% 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
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.3% higher
  Commute
  9.5% higher
  Health
  27.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% lower