Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
28% cheaper
Sioux Falls is 28% more affordable than Portland. A $75,000 salary in Portland is equivalent to $53,654 in Sioux Falls.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Portland has a housing index of 168 while Sioux Falls sits at 80 (national average = 100). The median home in Portland costs $480,000 compared to $265,000 in Sioux Falls, a difference of $215,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,800 in Portland versus $1,100 in Sioux Falls.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Portland scores 105 while Sioux Falls scores 97. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Portland (108) are higher than Sioux Falls (101).
Median household income in Portland is $71,005 compared to $61,714 in Sioux Falls. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Sioux Falls.
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