Oelwein, Iowa vs. Yankton, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Yankton, South Dakota is 21.5% more expensive than Oelwein, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $91,103 in Yankton, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Oelwein, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Yankton, South Dakota is more expensive than Oelwein, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
181% more expensive in Yankton
than in Oelwein, Iowa
Oelwein, IA vs. Yankton, SD
Compared to Oelwein, Yankton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.5% higher
      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
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  181.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.5% lower
  Commute
  0.3% higher
  Health
  5.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% higher