Sioux Falls, South Dakota vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 6.2% more expensive than Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $69,004 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Sioux Falls, South Dakota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
108% more expensive in Albany
than in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Sioux Falls, SD vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Sioux Falls, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.2% 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
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.1% higher
  Commute
  17.1% higher
  Health
  14.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.0% higher