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DES MOINES vs. RAPID CITY
Cost of Living Comparison
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Des Moines, Iowa vs. Rapid City, South Dakota
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is
21.5%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$133,621
in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Des Moines, Rapid City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
21.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
4.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
47.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.7% higher
Commute
0.4% lower
Health
43.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
11.1% higher
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