Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Idaho Falls, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Idaho Falls, Idaho is 2.6% cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $79,856 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Idaho Falls, Idaho is cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
26% cheaper in Idaho Falls
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Idaho Falls, ID
Compared to Rapid City, Idaho Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.6% 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
  8.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% lower
  Commute
  0.0% higher
  Health
  26.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.1% lower