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Rapid City
City in Michigan, United States
Overview
Rapid City, Michigan is a picturesque lakeside community set on the shores of Torch Lake. Known for its stunning views, outdoor recreation, and relaxed, small-town atmosphere, it attracts both seasonal visitors and long-term residents seeking tranquility.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Michigan
Population
74,703
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
44.83°, -85.28°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
78
Female Safety
75
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
92
Monthly Cost
$2,312
Local Cost
$1,472
Local Income
$3,400
Cashless
92
English
99
Temperature
6.3°C
Summer Avg
18.5°C
Winter Avg
-6.3°C
Record High
34.1°C
Record Low
-31.2°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
887 mm
Internet Speed
113 Mbps
Upload
11 Mbps
Latency
21 ms
City Vibrancy
5
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
2
Parks
3
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
ACB
Distance
18 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 129 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 62/100.
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