Rapid City, South Dakota vs. New Haven, Connecticut

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Haven, Connecticut is 10.4% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $55,178 in New Haven, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Haven, 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 New Haven
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. New Haven, CT
Compared to Rapid City, New Haven is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.4% 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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  39.9% higher
  Commute
  47.3% higher
  Health
  18.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.6% higher