Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Custer, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Custer, South Dakota is 3.0% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $51,517 in Custer, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Custer, South Dakota is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% more expensive in Custer
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Custer, SD
Compared to Rapid City, Custer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.0% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  23.3% higher
  Health
  1.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% higher