Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Billings, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Billings, Montana is 2.3% cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $53,734 in Billings, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Billings, Montana is cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
36% cheaper in Billings
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Billings, MT
Compared to Rapid City, Billings is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% higher
  Commute
  1.1% higher
  Health
  36.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher