Tacoma, Washington vs. Rapid City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapid City, South Dakota is 19.0% cheaper than Tacoma, Washington.

You would need a salary of $40,508 in Rapid City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Tacoma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapid City, South Dakota is cheaper than Tacoma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Rapid City
than in Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma, WA vs. Rapid City, SD
Compared to Tacoma, Rapid City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  37.0% higher
  Commute
  37.6% lower
  Health
  66.5% higher
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  Personal
  13.7% lower
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