Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Newton, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newton, New Jersey is 17.1% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $46,820 in Newton, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newton, New Jersey is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% more expensive in Newton
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Newton, NJ
Compared to Rapid City, Newton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.1% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% higher
  Commute
  78.4% higher
  Health
  32.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.4% higher