Iowa City, Iowa vs. DeKalb, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in DeKalb, Illinois is 3.4% cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $48,280 in DeKalb, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, DeKalb, Illinois is cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% cheaper in DeKalb
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Dekalb, IL
Compared to Iowa City, Dekalb is:
  Homeowner
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  3.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.6% higher
  Commute
  12.7% higher
  Health
  19.6% higher
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  Personal
  4.7% lower
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