University Place, Washington vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 26.9% cheaper than University Place, Washington.

You would need a salary of $51,162 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in University Place, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than University Place, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Rapid City
than in University Place, Washington
University Place, WA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to University Place, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.9% 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
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.8% higher
  Commute
  36.7% lower
  Health
  66.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.5% lower

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