Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Plainfield, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Plainfield, Indiana is 2.1% cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $73,431 in Plainfield, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Plainfield, Indiana is cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
31% cheaper in Plainfield
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Plainfield, IN
Compared to Rapid City, Plainfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.1% 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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.1% higher
  Commute
  17.2% higher
  Health
  31.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% higher