Rapid City, South Dakota vs. West Lafayette, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Lafayette, Indiana is 5.4% cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $47,280 in West Lafayette, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Lafayette, Indiana is cheaper than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
37% cheaper in West Lafayette
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. West Lafayette, IN
Compared to Rapid City, West Lafayette is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.4% 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
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.0% higher
  Commute
  5.2% lower
  Health
  37.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.5% lower