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
$1,530
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$1,172
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$81,934
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$292,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
90.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$3,389
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$105
👥 People living there
210,815
201,469
Commute to work
19.1 min
17 min
College degree
29%
38.1%
Own their home
47.4%
59.5%
Below poverty line
17.7%
9.6%
Unemployment
7.9%
2.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville for cheaper homes.
- Pick Sioux Falls for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fayetteville | Sioux Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $48,160 | $77,440 | +61% in Sioux Falls |
| Operations Manager | $96,970 | $142,730 | +47% in Sioux Falls |
| Firefighter | $36,820 | $50,840 | +38% in Sioux Falls |
| Customer Service Representative | $35,130 | $43,850 | +25% in Sioux Falls |
| Truck Driver | $49,980 | $60,820 | +22% in Sioux Falls |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,500 | $44,420 | +18% in Sioux Falls |
| Software Developer | $122,900 | $101,040 | -18% in Sioux Falls |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,670 | $53,520 | -17% in Sioux Falls |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or Sioux Falls cheaper to live in?
Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville?
About $59,121 a year gives the same standard of living in Sioux Falls.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or Sioux Falls?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $81,934 in Sioux Falls, 23% more in Sioux Falls.
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