Brookings, South Dakota vs. Omaha, Nebraska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Omaha, Nebraska is 6.9% more expensive than Brookings, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $137,907 in Omaha, Nebraska to maintain the standard of living you have in Brookings, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Omaha, Nebraska is more expensive than Brookings, South Dakota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
77% more expensive in Omaha
than in Brookings, South Dakota
Brookings, SD vs. Omaha, NE
Compared to Brookings, Omaha is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.9% 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
  3.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.6% higher
  Commute
  36.2% higher
  Health
  2.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% lower