Cedar Rapids, Iowa vs. North Sioux City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in North Sioux City, South Dakota is 28.4% more expensive than Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $96,307 in North Sioux City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Sioux City, South Dakota is more expensive than Cedar Rapids, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
114% more expensive in North Sioux City
than in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Cedar Rapids, IA vs. North Sioux City, SD
Compared to Cedar Rapids, North Sioux City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.4% 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
  7.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% lower
  Commute
  3.9% higher
  Health
  16.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.1% higher