Sioux Falls, South Dakota vs. Altoona, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Altoona, Pennsylvania is 17.7% cheaper than Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $16,458 in Altoona, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altoona, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Sioux Falls, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Altoona
than in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Sioux Falls, SD vs. Altoona, PA
Compared to Sioux Falls, Altoona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.7% 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
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% higher
  Commute
  10.2% higher
  Health
  14.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% lower