salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Sioux Falls to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,172
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$81,934
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$292,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
90.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$3,389
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$105
👥 People living there
201,885
201,469
Commute to work
19.6 min
17 min
College degree
26.6%
38.1%
Own their home
59.7%
59.5%
Below poverty line
15.8%
9.6%
Unemployment
3.4%
2.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Sioux Falls for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Sioux Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $85,770 | $142,730 | +66% in Sioux Falls |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $29,920 | +32% in Sioux Falls |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $99,700 | +31% in Sioux Falls |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $62,440 | +25% in Sioux Falls |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,560 | $37,310 | +22% in Sioux Falls |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,060 | $44,420 | +20% in Sioux Falls |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,170 | $50,040 | -18% in Sioux Falls |
| Retail Salesperson | $29,310 | $34,600 | +18% in Sioux Falls |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Sioux Falls cheaper to live in?
Amarillo and Sioux Falls cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Sioux Falls to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $59,223 a year gives the same standard of living in Sioux Falls.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Sioux Falls?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $81,934 in Sioux Falls, 13% more in Sioux Falls.