Cost of Living Calculator - Laramie, Wyoming vs Rapid City, South Dakota


The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 3.0% more expensive than Laramie, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $107,138 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Laramie, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Laramie, Wyoming
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
13% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Laramie, Wyoming
Laramie, WY vs Rapid City, SD
Compared to Laramie, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.0% 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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.3% lower
  Commute
  14.5% higher
  Health
  1.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.6% higher

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