Redmond, Washington vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 50.5% cheaper than Redmond, Washington.

You would need a salary of $37,093 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Redmond, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Redmond, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Redmond, Washington
Redmond, WA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Redmond, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  50.5% lower
      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
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.3% higher
  Commute
  41.8% lower
  Health
  66.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.4% lower

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