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 $199,364 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
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  Food
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  35.0% higher
  Commute
  45.9% lower
  Health
  66.7% higher
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  Personal
  16.6% lower
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