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DUBUQUE vs. RAPID CITY
Cost of Living Comparison
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Dubuque, Iowa vs. Rapid City, South Dakota
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is
16.6%
more expensive
than Dubuque, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$16,322
in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Dubuque, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is
more expensive
than Dubuque, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Dubuque, Iowa
Dubuque, IA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Dubuque, Rapid City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
31.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.8% lower
Commute
5.1% higher
Health
40.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.4% higher
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