Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 9.0% cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $45,524 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
47% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Philadelphia, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  13.7% lower
  Commute
  47.6% lower
  Health
  44.0% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  10.8% lower
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