Head to head
Grand Rapids, MI vs Sioux Falls, SD
Sioux Falls is cheaper — estimated essentials for a single person run about $459/mo less, and living comfortably there takes roughly $15,000 less in annual salary (taxes included).
| Metric | Grand Rapids52 | Sioux Falls62 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. monthly cost (single) | $4,034 | $3,575 |
| Salary for comfort | $76,500/yr | $61,500/yr |
| Typical rent | $1,627 | $1,327 |
| Median home value | $225,500 | $271,400 |
| Median household income | $65,526 | $74,714 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% | 0.0% |
| Housing score | 65 | 82 |
| Jobs score | 52 | 56 |
| Safety score | 12 | 60 |
| Climate score | 55 | 33 |
| Amenities score | 40 | 19 |
| Population | 197.8K | 197.6K |
| Summer high / winter low | 83° / 18° | 84° / 7° |
Fit scores use the reference profile (single, $6,700/mo gross, default weights). Green marks the better value per row.
Grand Rapids, MI
Sioux Falls, SD