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
$1,304
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,085
$1,172
💵 Families earn per year
$61,271
$81,934
🔑 Buying a house
$161,900
$292,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.7
90.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$643
$3,389
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$105
👥 People living there
197,494
201,469
Commute to work
20.7 min
17 min
College degree
33.8%
38.1%
Own their home
54.4%
59.5%
Below poverty line
21.5%
9.6%
Unemployment
6.4%
2.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Montgomery 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 | Montgomery | Sioux Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $48,490 | $77,440 | +60% in Sioux Falls |
| Dental Hygienist | $60,120 | $92,350 | +54% in Sioux Falls |
| Physician Assistant | $102,040 | $135,790 | +33% in Sioux Falls |
| Operations Manager | $107,980 | $142,730 | +32% in Sioux Falls |
| HVAC Technician | $48,680 | $62,440 | +28% in Sioux Falls |
| Nurse Practitioner | $105,050 | $130,390 | +24% in Sioux Falls |
| Electrician | $49,910 | $61,470 | +23% in Sioux Falls |
| Medical Assistant | $35,810 | $43,760 | +22% in Sioux Falls |
Frequently asked questions
Is Montgomery or Sioux Falls cheaper to live in?
Montgomery 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 Montgomery?
About $60,635 a year gives the same standard of living in Sioux Falls.
Where do people earn more, Montgomery or Sioux Falls?
The typical household earns $61,271 in Montgomery and $81,934 in Sioux Falls, 25% more in Sioux Falls.
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