Cost of Living Calculator - Star, Idaho vs Rapid City, South Dakota


The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 24.7% cheaper than Star, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $37,638 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Star, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Star, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Star, Idaho
Star, ID vs Rapid_City, SD
Compared to Star, Rapid_City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.7% 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
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  25.7% lower
  Health
  46.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% higher

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