Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Surprise, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Surprise, Arizona is 12.6% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $56,276 in Surprise, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Surprise, Arizona is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Surprise
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Surprise, AZ
Compared to Rapid City, Surprise is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.6% 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
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.7% higher
  Commute
  40.5% higher
  Health
  37.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.2% lower