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CHICAGO vs. RAPID CITY
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Rapid City, South Dakota
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The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is
11.0%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$66,760
in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
47% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Chicago, Rapid City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
11.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care
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Food
3.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
9.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.1% higher
Commute
46.3% lower
Health
67.0% higher
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
6.6% lower
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