salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tulsa to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,314
$1,204
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,172
$1,160
💵 Families earn per year
$81,934
$64,535
🔑 Buying a house
$292,400
$205,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
90.6
89.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,389
$2,005
⚡ Electric bill per month
$105
$140
👥 People living there
201,469
413,794
Commute to work
17 min
18.9 min
College degree
38.1%
33.6%
Own their home
59.5%
51.9%
Below poverty line
9.6%
18.7%
Unemployment
2.5%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Sioux Falls for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Tulsa for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Sioux Falls | Tulsa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,920 | $18,350 | -39% in Tulsa |
| Operations Manager | $142,730 | $96,150 | -33% in Tulsa |
| Police Officer | $77,440 | $64,190 | -17% in Tulsa |
| Warehouse Worker | $44,420 | $36,980 | -17% in Tulsa |
| Retail Salesperson | $34,600 | $29,810 | -14% in Tulsa |
| Registered Nurse | $75,350 | $84,790 | +13% in Tulsa |
| Customer Service Representative | $43,850 | $38,560 | -12% in Tulsa |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $53,520 | $59,820 | +12% in Tulsa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Sioux Falls or Tulsa cheaper to live in?
Sioux Falls and Tulsa cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tulsa to match $60,000 in Sioux Falls?
About $59,062 a year gives the same standard of living in Tulsa.
Where do people earn more, Sioux Falls or Tulsa?
The typical household earns $81,934 in Sioux Falls and $64,535 in Tulsa, 27% more in Sioux Falls.