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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Cruz, California vs Sioux Falls, South Dakota

The cost of living in Sioux Falls, South Dakota is 55.3% cheaper than Santa Cruz, California.

You would need a salary of $33,501 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sioux Falls, South Dakota is cheaper than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Sioux Falls
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs Sioux Falls, SD
Compared to Santa Cruz, Sioux Falls is:
  Homeowner
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  55.3% lower
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  10.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.3% lower
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  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  32.3% lower
  Health
  6.1% lower
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  Personal
  2.5% lower
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