Cost of Living Calculator - Rapid City, South Dakota vs Meriden, Connecticut


The cost of living in Meriden, Connecticut is 3.5% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $77,589 in Meriden, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meriden, Connecticut is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
50% more expensive in Meriden
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs Meriden, CT
Compared to Rapid City, Meriden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.3% higher
  Commute
  24.1% higher
  Health
  18.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.2% higher

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