Chicago, Illinois vs. North Sioux City, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in North Sioux City, South Dakota is 5.3% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $71,020 in North Sioux City, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Sioux City, South Dakota is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
44% cheaper in North Sioux City
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. North Sioux City, SD
Compared to Chicago, North Sioux City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.3% lower
      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
  4.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% lower
  Commute
  48.4% lower
  Health
  34.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% lower