Burlington, Iowa vs. Mitchell, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mitchell, South Dakota is 16.2% more expensive than Burlington, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $58,079 in Mitchell, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Burlington, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mitchell, South Dakota is more expensive than Burlington, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
101% more expensive in Mitchell
than in Burlington, Iowa
Burlington, IA vs. Mitchell, SD
Compared to Burlington, Mitchell is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.2% 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
  7.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% lower
  Commute
  7.1% lower
  Health
  1.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% higher