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SALEM vs. RAPID CITY
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Salem, Oregon vs. Rapid City, South Dakota
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is
6.6%
cheaper
than Salem, Oregon.
You would need a salary of
$186,672
in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is
cheaper
than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Salem, Rapid City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
26.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
17.2% higher
Commute
22.6% lower
Health
58.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.0% higher
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