Stephenville, Texas vs. DeKalb, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in DeKalb, Illinois is 4.1% more expensive than Stephenville, Texas.

You would need a salary of $52,040 in DeKalb, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Stephenville, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, DeKalb, Illinois is more expensive than Stephenville, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
61% more expensive in DeKalb
than in Stephenville, Texas
Stephenville, TX vs. Dekalb, IL
Compared to Stephenville, Dekalb is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  0.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% higher
  Commute
  17.7% higher
  Health
  10.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% higher