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
$1,463
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,239
$1,172
💵 Families earn per year
$74,933
$81,934
🔑 Buying a house
$293,500
$292,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
90.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,542
$3,389
⚡ Electric bill per month
$140
$105
👥 People living there
323,725
201,469
Commute to work
20.9 min
17 min
College degree
48.3%
38.1%
Own their home
53.8%
59.5%
Below poverty line
14.9%
9.6%
Unemployment
4.9%
2.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for a more educated workforce.
- Pick Sioux Falls for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lexington-Fayette | Sioux Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $80,440 | $142,730 | +77% in Sioux Falls |
| Firefighter | $36,490 | $50,840 | +39% in Sioux Falls |
| Police Officer | $61,720 | $77,440 | +25% in Sioux Falls |
| Physician Assistant | $112,230 | $135,790 | +21% in Sioux Falls |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,460 | $50,040 | -19% in Sioux Falls |
| Software Developer | $123,510 | $101,040 | -18% in Sioux Falls |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,110 | $92,350 | +15% in Sioux Falls |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,100 | $34,600 | +15% in Sioux Falls |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lexington-Fayette or Sioux Falls cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette 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 Lexington-Fayette?
About $58,541 a year gives the same standard of living in Sioux Falls.
Where do people earn more, Lexington-Fayette or Sioux Falls?
The typical household earns $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette and $81,934 in Sioux Falls, 9% more in Sioux Falls.
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