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SWARTHMORE vs. RAPID CITY
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Swarthmore, Pennsylvania vs. Rapid City, South Dakota
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is
14.9%
cheaper
than Swarthmore, Pennsylvania.
You would need a salary of
$21,263
in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is
cheaper
than Swarthmore, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania
Swarthmore, PA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Swarthmore, Rapid City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
14.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
6.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
26.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.4% lower
Commute
36.0% lower
Health
45.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.3% lower
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