Houston, Texas vs. Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sioux Falls, South Dakota is 4.8% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $78,050 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sioux Falls, South Dakota is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
37% cheaper in Sioux Falls
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Sioux Falls, SD
Compared to Houston, Sioux Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.1% lower
  Commute
  37.1% lower
  Health
  7.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% higher