Olympia, Washington vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 14.6% cheaper than Olympia, Washington.

You would need a salary of $42,717 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Olympia, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Olympia, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.9% higher
  Commute
  18.3% lower
  Health
  68.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% lower