Rapid City, South Dakota vs. New York, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New York, New York is 76.4% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $95,234 in New York, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New York, New York is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
131% more expensive in New York
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. New York, NY
Compared to Rapid City, New York is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  76.4% 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
  16.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  227.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  62.0% higher
  Commute
  143.4% higher
  Health
  13.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.0% higher