Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Anchorage, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska is 21.3% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $149,247 in Anchorage, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Anchorage, Alaska is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% more expensive in Anchorage
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Anchorage, AK
Compared to Rapid City, Anchorage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.3% higher
      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
  22.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.4% higher
  Commute
  40.6% higher
  Health
  14.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.9% higher