DeKalb, Illinois vs. Los Angeles, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Los Angeles, California is 109.3% more expensive than DeKalb, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $156,948 in Los Angeles, California to maintain the standard of living you have in DeKalb, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Los Angeles, California is more expensive than DeKalb, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
342% more expensive in Los Angeles
than in DeKalb, Illinois
Dekalb, IL vs. Los Angeles, CA
Compared to Dekalb, Los Angeles is:
  Homeowner
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  109.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  374.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.5% lower
  Commute
  114.1% higher
  Health
  27.7% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  5.9% higher
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