Waukesha, Wisconsin vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 4.5% cheaper than Waukesha, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $71,628 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Waukesha, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Waukesha, Wisconsin
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
43% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Waukesha, Wisconsin
Waukesha, WI vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Waukesha, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.5% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.5% lower
  Commute
  21.1% lower
  Health
  46.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.0% lower