Akron, Ohio vs. Brookings, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Brookings, South Dakota is 21.9% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $60,958 in Brookings, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Brookings, South Dakota is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
138% more expensive in Brookings
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Brookings, SD
Compared to Akron, Brookings is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.9% 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
  7.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  154.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.6% lower
  Commute
  25.3% lower
  Health
  34.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% higher