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FORT DODGE vs. RAPID CITY
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Fort Dodge, Iowa vs. Rapid City, South Dakota
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is
36.4%
more expensive
than Fort Dodge, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$47,732
in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Dodge, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is
more expensive
than Fort Dodge, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
158% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Fort Dodge, Iowa
Fort Dodge, IA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Fort Dodge, Rapid City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
36.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
7.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
147.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.9% lower
Commute
26.5% higher
Health
18.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.6% higher
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