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
$1,242
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,172
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$81,934
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$292,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
90.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$3,389
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$105
👥 People living there
268,589
201,469
Commute to work
21.5 min
17 min
College degree
29%
38.1%
Own their home
61.9%
59.5%
Below poverty line
16%
9.6%
Unemployment
5.6%
2.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne 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 | Fort Wayne | Sioux Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $75,860 | $50,840 | -33% in Sioux Falls |
| Operations Manager | $107,780 | $142,730 | +32% in Sioux Falls |
| Plumber | $77,110 | $55,000 | -29% in Sioux Falls |
| Carpenter | $60,400 | $49,410 | -18% in Sioux Falls |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,860 | $44,420 | +17% in Sioux Falls |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,800 | $50,040 | -16% in Sioux Falls |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,640 | $53,520 | -16% in Sioux Falls |
| Electrician | $71,290 | $61,470 | -14% in Sioux Falls |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Sioux Falls cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne 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 Fort Wayne?
About $58,742 a year gives the same standard of living in Sioux Falls.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Sioux Falls?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $81,934 in Sioux Falls, 19% more in Sioux Falls.
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