| | McAllen, TX | Sioux City, IA | United States |
| Overall | 76.5 | 75.9 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 92.1 | 93.9 | 100 |
| Health | 97.7 | 100.7 | 100 |
| Housing | 56.7 | 46.3 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $204,100 | $165,200 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 8,910.0% | 9,230.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 86.2 | 67.7 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 74.2 | 94.2 | 100 |
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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My wife and I are snowbirds from Iowa. We tried the McAllen area for a couple of seasons. We didn't like it, and have since opted for Mesa, AZ. Mesa ranked No. 8 in the More
On transfer here for two years now.
Pros: Daytime traffic is pretty decent, when using Interstate 2. Home prices are cheaper, when compared to the national average. More
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Reviews for Sioux City 
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I’ve been here only 4 months and I’m still shocked at how people behave. Not friendly, rude. Can’t tell you how many businesses I’ve been in to where the reception staff More
Climate in winter ranges from 10-15 degrees to 85+ in the summer
7% sale tax population @75,000, economy ok More
Sioux City is an amazing place. Low crime rate, Great Schools, Great People, Most People are friendly and Polite. Just an overall great place to live!!!!!!!!!!! More
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