Sturgis, South Dakota vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 2.6% more expensive than Sturgis, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $51,288 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Sturgis, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Sturgis, South Dakota
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
41% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Sturgis, South Dakota
Sturgis, SD vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Sturgis, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.6% 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
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% lower
  Commute
  10.6% lower
  Health
  0.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% higher