Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Kingston, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kingston, New York is 12.8% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $84,571 in Kingston, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kingston, New York is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
88% more expensive in Kingston
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid_City, SD vs. Kingston, NY
Compared to Rapid_City, Kingston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.8% 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
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  35.0% higher
  Commute
  36.2% higher
  Health
  14.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% higher