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What to know before moving from Greenville to Sioux Falls

Moving from Greenville to Sioux Falls means adjusting to a different pace of life — and a different price tag. On average, it costs significantly more to live in Greenville than in Sioux Falls, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

Check out how Greenville compares to Sioux Falls so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Sioux Falls are 29% lower than in Greenville, which means you’ll have more money in your pocket each month.
• Home prices are the same in Sioux Falls and Greenville.
• Income in Sioux Falls is 18.7% lower than in Greenville, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Sioux Falls include Sanford Health, Avera Health, and Smithfield Foods.
• The cost of living for a single person in Sioux Falls is 42.7% lower than in Greenville. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Sioux Falls is 38.2% lower than in Greenville.
• The unemployment rate in Sioux Falls is 18.52% higher than in Greenville.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Sioux Falls, since the city’s sales taxes in Sioux Falls are 8.33% higher than in Greenville.
• One perk of moving to Sioux Falls is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Greenville.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,718.45 in Sioux Falls to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Greenville.

How life is different in Greenville vs. Sioux Falls

• The population of Sioux Falls is about 186% greater than Greenville, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Getting around Sioux Falls without a car might be more difficult than in Greenville. Sioux Falls has a public transportation score of 2 out of 10, whereas Greenville is ranked 3. Ratings are based on a city’s transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Sioux Falls neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Greenville. Based on its score of 38 out of 100, Sioux Falls isn’t as walkable as Greenville, which has a score of 43 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• Sioux Falls and Greenville are similarly bike-friendly based on their comparable ratings of 46 and 49 respectively. Bike-friendliness scores between 50 and 100 indicate varying levels of infrastructure to support cyclists, including bike lanes and roadway connectivity. Cities with scores under 50 are considered more car-dependent.
• The crime rate in Sioux Falls is higher than in Greenville, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 42.83 in Sioux Falls, it is 38.56 in Greenville. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city’s crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you’re getting used to your new surroundings in Sioux Falls. With a crime index of 57.17, Sioux Falls ranks lower in overall safety than Greenville, whose index is Greenville's 61.44. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• The air quality in Sioux Falls and Greenville is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

Other things to consider for your Greenville vs. Sioux Falls move

• Weather: August, June and September are the most pleasant months in Sioux Falls, while January and December are the least comfortable months.
• HOA rules: It’s a good idea to look into your HOA or community regulations before moving day arrives.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, it’s a good idea to secure a reservation before your moving day.
• Truck parking permits: To avoid fines or delays, check whether a parking permit is needed for your moving truck.
• State licensing: Although a local license is not required in South Dakota, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in South Dakota, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While South Dakota doesn’t mandate moving permits, checking local parking guidelines before your move-in day is still a good idea.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move to ensure your mail gets forwarded to Sioux Falls without delay. You can select your official move date when completing the form. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state sets its own rules for what insurance moving companies need to maintain. In South Dakota, movers typically provide Released Value Protection at no additional cost, offering coverage at 60 cents per pound. To enhance protection, discuss Full Value Protection options with the moving company. Alternatively, consider exploring third-party insurance providers for customized plans. It's essential to understand coverage limits, potential additional costs, and read reviews to make an informed decision on your moving insurance in South Dakota.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

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