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
$1,291
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,172
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$81,934
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$292,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
90.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$3,389
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$105
👥 People living there
198,173
201,469
Commute to work
20.8 min
17 min
College degree
31.1%
38.1%
Own their home
45.5%
59.5%
Below poverty line
24.7%
9.6%
Unemployment
5.8%
2.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham 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 | Birmingham | Sioux Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $92,350 | +50% in Sioux Falls |
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $112,260 | -34% in Sioux Falls |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $135,790 | +29% in Sioux Falls |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $62,440 | +28% in Sioux Falls |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $77,440 | +28% in Sioux Falls |
| Nurse Practitioner | $107,700 | $130,390 | +21% in Sioux Falls |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,630 | $50,040 | -20% in Sioux Falls |
| Software Developer | $125,410 | $101,040 | -19% in Sioux Falls |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Sioux Falls cheaper to live in?
Birmingham 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 Birmingham?
About $59,337 a year gives the same standard of living in Sioux Falls.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Sioux Falls?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $81,934 in Sioux Falls, 39% more in Sioux Falls.
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