DeKalb, Illinois vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 27.6% more expensive than DeKalb, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $63,777 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in DeKalb, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than DeKalb, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% more expensive in Chicago
than in DeKalb, Illinois
Dekalb, IL vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Dekalb, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
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  27.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.5% lower
  Commute
  79.4% higher
  Health
  29.3% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  8.7% higher
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