Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Olympia, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 17.1% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $40,968 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% more expensive in Olympia
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Olympia, WA
Compared to Rapid City, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.1% 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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.9% lower
  Commute
  22.4% higher
  Health
  40.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% higher