4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Rapid City, SD
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Rapid City, South Dakota as of July 2026. That's +35% higher than the citywide median of $1,443 and +23% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Rapid City
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Rapid City
Compare Rapid City's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in South Dakota
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mitchell | $1,460 |
| 2 | Aberdeen | $1,470 |
| 3 | Brookings | $1,540 |
| 4 | Sioux Falls | $1,806 |
| 5 | Box Elder | $1,860 |
| 6 | Rapid City (this page) | $1,950 |
| 7 | Tea | $1,980 |
| 8 | Harrisburg | $2,050 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in South Dakota
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harrisburg | $2,050 |
| 2 | Tea | $1,980 |
| 3 | Rapid City (this page) | $1,950 |
| 4 | Box Elder | $1,860 |
| 5 | Sioux Falls | $1,806 |
| 6 | Brookings | $1,540 |
| 7 | Aberdeen | $1,470 |
| 8 | Mitchell | $1,460 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Rapid City.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Rapid City |
|---|---|---|---|
| Box Elder, SD | 20.5 mi | $1,860 | $-90 (-5%) |
| Torrington, WY | 140.3 mi | $1,580 | $-370 (-19%) |
| Gillette, WY | 168.2 mi | $1,680 | $-270 (-14%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Rapid City — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Rapid City?
As of July 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Rapid City, South Dakota is $1,950 per month. This is +35% higher than the citywide median of $1,443.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Rapid City?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $78,000 ($6,500/month gross), which works out to roughly $37.50/hour at a full-time job.
Is Rapid City expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Rapid City's 4+ bedroom median of $1,950 is +23% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520. It ranks in the 26th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Rapid City rank for 4+ bedroom rent in South Dakota?
Among the 8 cities in South Dakota with 4+ bedroom data, Rapid City ranks #6 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Rapid City?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Box Elder ($1,860), Torrington ($1,580), Gillette ($1,680).