Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Durango, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Durango, Colorado is 24.7% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $224,435 in Durango, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Durango, 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
131% more expensive in Durango
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Durango, CO
Compared to Rapid City, Durango is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.7% 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
  7.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  126.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.7% higher
  Commute
  7.7% lower
  Health
  45.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% higher