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
$1,246
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,088
$1,172
💵 Families earn per year
$64,435
$81,934
🔑 Buying a house
$184,500
$292,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.9
90.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,760
$3,389
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$105
👥 People living there
680,130
201,469
Commute to work
23.4 min
17 min
College degree
28.1%
38.1%
Own their home
60.8%
59.5%
Below poverty line
18.4%
9.6%
Unemployment
6%
2.5%
Bottom line
- Pick El Paso 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 | El Paso | Sioux Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $77,770 | $142,730 | +84% in Sioux Falls |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $21,870 | $29,920 | +37% in Sioux Falls |
| HVAC Technician | $47,270 | $62,440 | +32% in Sioux Falls |
| Market Research Analyst | $50,680 | $66,060 | +30% in Sioux Falls |
| Restaurant Cook | $28,990 | $37,310 | +29% in Sioux Falls |
| Electrician | $48,140 | $61,470 | +28% in Sioux Falls |
| Physician Assistant | $107,220 | $135,790 | +27% in Sioux Falls |
| Retail Salesperson | $27,330 | $34,600 | +27% in Sioux Falls |
Frequently asked questions
Is El Paso or Sioux Falls cheaper to live in?
El Paso 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 El Paso?
About $60,480 a year gives the same standard of living in Sioux Falls.
Where do people earn more, El Paso or Sioux Falls?
The typical household earns $64,435 in El Paso and $81,934 in Sioux Falls, 21% more in Sioux Falls.