Sioux Falls, South Dakota vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 5.1% more expensive than Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $199,615 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Sioux Falls, South Dakota
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
59% more expensive in Houston
than in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Sioux Falls, SD vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Sioux Falls, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.1% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.1% higher
  Commute
  59.1% higher
  Health
  7.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower