Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Sun City West, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sun City West, Arizona is 11.2% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $55,596 in Sun City West, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sun City West, Arizona is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% more expensive in Sun City West
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Sun City West, AZ
Compared to Rapid City, Sun City West is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.7% higher
  Commute
  47.8% higher
  Health
  37.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.4% higher

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