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
$1,496
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,172
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$81,934
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$292,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
90.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$3,389
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$105
👥 People living there
301,198
201,469
Commute to work
21.7 min
17 min
College degree
41%
38.1%
Own their home
50.5%
59.5%
Below poverty line
17%
9.6%
Unemployment
5.1%
2.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Sioux Falls for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Sioux Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $100,930 | $142,730 | +41% in Sioux Falls |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $77,440 | +27% in Sioux Falls |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,190 | $44,420 | +19% in Sioux Falls |
| Software Developer | $125,190 | $101,040 | -19% in Sioux Falls |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,730 | $50,040 | -16% in Sioux Falls |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,610 | $53,520 | -16% in Sioux Falls |
| Physician Assistant | $120,540 | $135,790 | +13% in Sioux Falls |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,750 | $34,600 | +13% in Sioux Falls |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Sioux Falls cheaper to live in?
Greensboro 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 Greensboro?
About $58,557 a year gives the same standard of living in Sioux Falls.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Sioux Falls?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $81,934 in Sioux Falls, 19% more in Sioux Falls.
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