Head to head
Des Moines, IA vs Sioux Falls, SD
Des Moines is cheaper — estimated essentials for a single person run about $178/mo less, and living comfortably there takes roughly $1,000 less in annual salary (taxes included).
| Metric | Des Moines62 | Sioux Falls62 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. monthly cost (single) | $3,397 | $3,575 |
| Salary for comfort | $60,500/yr | $61,500/yr |
| Typical rent | $1,121 | $1,327 |
| Median home value | $183,700 | $271,400 |
| Median household income | $63,966 | $74,714 |
| Unemployment | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| Housing score | 94 | 82 |
| Jobs score | 56 | 56 |
| Safety score | 10 | 60 |
| Climate score | 80 | 33 |
| Amenities score | 38 | 19 |
| Population | 212.5K | 197.6K |
| Summer high / winter low | 86° / 14° | 84° / 7° |
Fit scores use the reference profile (single, $6,700/mo gross, default weights). Green marks the better value per row.
Des Moines, IA
Sioux Falls, SD