Panama City, Florida vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 8.1% more expensive than Panama City, Florida.

You would need a salary of $118,959 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Panama City, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is more expensive than Panama City, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Rapid City
than in Panama City, Florida
Panama City, FL vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Panama City, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.1% 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
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.3% lower
  Commute
  17.3% lower
  Health
  48.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% higher