Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Boulder, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boulder, Colorado is 75.3% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $52,594 in Boulder, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boulder, Colorado is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
240% more expensive in Boulder
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Boulder, CO
Compared to Rapid City, Boulder is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  75.3% higher
      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)
  254.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.4% lower
  Commute
  28.0% higher
  Health
  41.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.9% higher