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Cost of Living Calculator - Raleigh, North Carolina vs Rapid City, South Dakota

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 6.6% cheaper than Raleigh, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $70,024 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Raleigh, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, NC vs Rapid City, SD
Compared to Raleigh, Rapid City is:
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  6.6% lower
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  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.1% lower
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  Utilities
  6.3% lower
  Commute
  16.0% lower
  Health
  55.1% higher
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  Personal
  2.1% higher
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