Twin Falls, Idaho vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 4.9% more expensive than Twin Falls, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $52,470 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Twin Falls, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Twin Falls, Idaho
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
34% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Twin Falls, Idaho
Twin Falls, ID vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Twin Falls, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.9% 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
  9.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% higher
  Commute
  10.2% higher
  Health
  34.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% higher