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DeKalb, IL vs Keller, TX

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Are people in Keller older or younger than people in DeKalb?
- The Median Age in Keller is 17.8 years older than in DeKalb.

Are housing costs cheaper in Keller or DeKalb?
- Keller housing costs are 188.2% more expensive than DeKalb housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Keller or DeKalb?
- The average commute for residents of Keller is 9.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of DeKalb.

Things to do in DeKalb?
DeKalb, Illinois sits within DeKalb County providing visitors great culture attractions from Egyptian Theater to Northern Illinois University Convocation Center as well as plenty of restaurants like Kishwaukee Tap.

Things to do in Keller?
Keller, Texas is located in Tarrant County near Fort Worth providing easy access to all the attractions cities have to offer while still remaining true to its small town roots. Its rich heritage can be seen in its restored structures scattered throughout downtown but there’s plenty more modern amenities too! From family-friendly activities like fishing lakes & bike trails to a robust collection of retail stores - Keller has everything you need for a great day out (or staycation!)

 DeKalb, ILKeller, TXUnited States
 Population  Unlock45,190329,725,481
 Median Income$45,591  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock42.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$206,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time21.06  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Dekalb    2 Reviews

Over 17 years ago

While I love the cheaper rents then in the closer suburbs (to Chicago), the lack of high paying jobs for anyone without high degrees (Masters or higher) is  More

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As a 37 year resident of DeKalb - an escapee of the Chicago suburbs, I am pleased to write a bit about my hometown. Originally a college town in a farming community,  More

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Reviews for Keller    14 Reviews

Grew up here and things are heading south quickly. Affordability? That's been thrown out the window since 2014. Traffic? Be prepared to sit through unsynchronized  More

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The WORST most invasive city council you could imagine.... they want to micro manage your entire property.... After living here for over 20 years now they are telling me  More

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What I love most about Keller is that it is a wonderful smaller town raise a  More

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