Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Bismarck, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bismarck, North Dakota is 1.2% cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $49,425 in Bismarck, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bismarck, North Dakota is cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
36% cheaper in Bismarck
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Bismarck, ND
Compared to Rapid City, Bismarck is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.2% 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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% lower
  Commute
  0.3% lower
  Health
  36.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.3% lower