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
$1,328
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$1,172
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$81,934
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$292,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
90.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$3,389
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$105
👥 People living there
294,856
201,469
Commute to work
18.4 min
17 min
College degree
41.8%
38.1%
Own their home
56.1%
59.5%
Below poverty line
12.7%
9.6%
Unemployment
3.3%
2.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln 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 | Lincoln | Sioux Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $92,780 | $142,730 | +54% in Sioux Falls |
| Truck Driver | $81,790 | $60,820 | -26% in Sioux Falls |
| Accountant | $65,170 | $80,920 | +24% in Sioux Falls |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,940 | $50,040 | -19% in Sioux Falls |
| Police Officer | $93,680 | $77,440 | -17% in Sioux Falls |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,080 | $29,920 | -17% in Sioux Falls |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,070 | $53,520 | -15% in Sioux Falls |
| Firefighter | $59,760 | $50,840 | -15% in Sioux Falls |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or Sioux Falls cheaper to live in?
Lincoln 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 Lincoln?
About $59,378 a year gives the same standard of living in Sioux Falls.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or Sioux Falls?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $81,934 in Sioux Falls, 5% more in Sioux Falls.