Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Plainview, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Plainview, Texas is 28.3% cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $35,826 in Plainview, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Plainview, Texas is cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Plainview
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Plainview, TX
Compared to Rapid City, Plainview is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.3% 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
  10.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.7% higher
  Commute
  16.4% lower
  Health
  21.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% lower