Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Gary, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gary, Indiana is 23.7% cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $106,757 in Gary, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gary, Indiana is cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Gary
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Gary, IN
Compared to Rapid City, Gary is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.7% 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
  9.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% higher
  Commute
  27.3% higher
  Health
  36.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% higher