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Cost of Living Calculator - Rapid City, South Dakota vs Boston, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 60.5% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $288,824 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
124% more expensive in Boston
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs Boston, MA
Compared to Rapid City, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  60.5% higher
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  11.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  189.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  25.7% higher
  Commute
  77.2% higher
  Health
  39.0% lower
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  Personal
  28.8% higher
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