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MESA vs. RAPID CITY
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Mesa, Arizona vs. Rapid City, South Dakota
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is
11.8%
cheaper
than Mesa, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$70,554
in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Mesa, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is
cheaper
than Mesa, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Mesa, Arizona
Mesa, AZ vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Mesa, Rapid City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
11.8% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
17.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.2% lower
Commute
34.7% lower
Health
58.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.0% higher
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