Schenectady, New York vs. Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sioux Falls, South Dakota is 2.3% cheaper than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $38,119 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sioux Falls, South Dakota is cheaper than Schenectady, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
41% cheaper in Sioux Falls
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs. Sioux Falls, SD
Compared to Schenectady, Sioux Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% 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
  0.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.2% lower
  Commute
  10.8% lower
  Health
  11.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% lower

The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

© Best Places. All rights reserved.