Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Jackson, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Michigan is 15.4% cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $42,312 in Jackson, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Michigan is cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Jackson
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Jackson, MI
Compared to Rapid City, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.4% 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
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.2% higher
  Commute
  21.6% higher
  Health
  37.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% lower