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PALMER vs. RAPID CITY
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Palmer, Alaska vs. Rapid City, South Dakota
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is
16.8%
cheaper
than Palmer, Alaska.
You would need a salary of
$62,402
in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is
cheaper
than Palmer, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Palmer, Alaska
Palmer, AK vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Palmer, Rapid City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
25.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
25.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
31.3% lower
Commute
38.8% lower
Health
15.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.5% lower
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