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
$1,448
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,367
$1,172
💵 Families earn per year
$78,947
$81,934
🔑 Buying a house
$245,500
$292,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
90.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,128
$3,389
⚡ Electric bill per month
$131
$105
👥 People living there
488,837
201,469
Commute to work
19.6 min
17 min
College degree
40.1%
38.1%
Own their home
57.4%
59.5%
Below poverty line
13.5%
9.6%
Unemployment
4.2%
2.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Omaha 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 | Omaha | Sioux Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $90,620 | $142,730 | +58% in Sioux Falls |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,670 | $50,040 | -20% in Sioux Falls |
| Software Developer | $125,220 | $101,040 | -19% in Sioux Falls |
| Firefighter | $61,040 | $50,840 | -17% in Sioux Falls |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,540 | $53,520 | -16% in Sioux Falls |
| Lawyer | $131,730 | $112,260 | -15% in Sioux Falls |
| Plumber | $63,400 | $55,000 | -13% in Sioux Falls |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,290 | $29,920 | -13% in Sioux Falls |
Frequently asked questions
Is Omaha or Sioux Falls cheaper to live in?
Omaha 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 Omaha?
About $59,164 a year gives the same standard of living in Sioux Falls.
Where do people earn more, Omaha or Sioux Falls?
The typical household earns $78,947 in Omaha and $81,934 in Sioux Falls, 4% more in Sioux Falls.