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RAPID CITY vs. ANCHORAGE
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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
$91,004
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
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
22.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
60.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
16.4% higher
Commute
40.6% higher
Health
14.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
22.9% higher
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