Rochester, Minnesota vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 3.4% more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $51,676 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
0% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Rochester, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
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  3.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.8% lower
  Commute
  0.1% higher
  Health
  65.7% higher
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  Personal
  0.3% lower
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