Sioux Falls

Sioux Falls, South Dakota Overview

With a composite score of 59.0/100 and a B+ grade, Sioux Falls ranks #6 of 20 cities in South Dakota. Its strongest showing is in Affordability (80/100), while Outdoor Access (46/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Sioux Falls

The median household income in Sioux Falls is $70,925, 2% below the statewide median of $72,280. The local unemployment rate of 1.7% is lower than the state’s 2%. Population grew 1.6% recently.

Cost of Living in Sioux Falls

Sioux Falls has a cost of living index of 90.3 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $271,400. Median monthly rent is $993. Renters spend 16.8% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Sioux Falls

The adult obesity rate in Sioux Falls is 36.9%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.5%. Residents report an average of 15.7 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. South Dakota ranks #24 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Sioux Falls

Sioux Falls has a high school graduation rate of 87.3%. The student-teacher ratio is 15.3:1. Per-pupil spending is $11,367. The city has 45 public schools serving 28,860 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Sioux Falls

The annual average temperature in Sioux Falls is 51.8°F. Summers average 74.3°F. Winters average 27.9°F. Annual precipitation is 29.2 inches. The average commute of 15.4 minutes is notably short.

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