City vs city
Brookings, SD vs Rapid City, SD
| Brookings | Rapid City | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 23,710 | 76,836 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Median home value | $243,600 | $270,000 |
| Median rent | $862 | $1,053 |
| Household income | $61,979 | $65,712 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% | 3.2% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 32% | 23% |
| State crime /100k | 1,757 | 1,757 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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