Anchorage, Alaska vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 17.6% cheaper than Anchorage, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $49,448 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Anchorage, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Anchorage, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage, AK vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Anchorage, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  18.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.1% lower
  Commute
  28.9% lower
  Health
  17.2% higher
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  Personal
  18.6% lower
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