Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Pelham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pelham, Alabama is 2.0% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $35,696 in Pelham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pelham, Alabama is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
27% more expensive in Pelham
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Pelham, AL
Compared to Rapid City, Pelham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.0% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.9% higher
  Commute
  27.7% higher
  Health
  16.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% higher

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