Sioux Falls, SD
Full City Profile · South Dakota · Minnehaha County County
Sioux Falls, SD
At a Glance
How Sioux Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sioux Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sioux Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sioux Falls residents earn a median household income of $74,714 , which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,231. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 9,989 business establishments, including 558 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sioux Falls is $271,400 , 4% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $332,295. Median rent is $993/month, with 25.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1991.
Safety & Crime
Sioux Falls reports 527 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 39% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,927/100K. The murder rate is 6.6/100K.
Education
37.4% of adults in Sioux Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above the national average). 93.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sioux Falls has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.