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SEATTLE vs. RAPID CITY
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Seattle, Washington vs. Rapid City, South Dakota
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is
43.0%
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$64,094
in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Seattle, Rapid City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
43.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
7.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
70.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
35.0% higher
Commute
45.9% lower
Health
66.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
16.6% lower
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