Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Elmhurst, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elmhurst, Illinois is 30.2% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $97,673 in Elmhurst, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elmhurst, Illinois is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% more expensive in Elmhurst
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Elmhurst, IL
Compared to Rapid City, Elmhurst is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.2% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  97.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% higher
  Commute
  62.6% higher
  Health
  35.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% higher

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