Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Newton, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newton, Iowa is 22.2% cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $31,130 in Newton, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newton, Iowa is cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Newton
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Newton, IA
Compared to Rapid City, Newton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.2% 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
  5.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.5% higher
  Commute
  8.6% lower
  Health
  28.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% lower