salarySioux Falls is 14% cheaperBased 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
$2,065
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,127
$1,172
💵 Families earn per year
$102,153
$81,934
🔑 Buying a house
$616,000
$292,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
90.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,751
$3,389
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$105
👥 People living there
718,877
201,469
Commute to work
24.9 min
17 min
College degree
56.5%
38.1%
Own their home
48.8%
59.5%
Below poverty line
11.2%
9.6%
Unemployment
4.9%
2.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Denver for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Sioux Falls for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Denver | Sioux Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $87,980 | $50,840 | -42% in Sioux Falls |
| Lawyer | $177,380 | $112,260 | -37% in Sioux Falls |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,910 | $50,040 | -35% in Sioux Falls |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $66,060 | -33% in Sioux Falls |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,810 | $53,520 | -29% in Sioux Falls |
| Software Developer | $137,610 | $101,040 | -27% in Sioux Falls |
| Registered Nurse | $101,130 | $75,350 | -25% in Sioux Falls |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $39,650 | $29,920 | -25% in Sioux Falls |
Frequently asked questions
Is Denver or Sioux Falls cheaper to live in?
Sioux Falls is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,314 a month there versus $2,065 in Denver.
What salary do I need in Sioux Falls to match $60,000 in Denver?
About $51,406 a year gives the same standard of living in Sioux Falls.
Where do people earn more, Denver or Sioux Falls?
The typical household earns $102,153 in Denver and $81,934 in Sioux Falls, 25% more in Denver.