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Fulton, MO vs DeKalb, IL

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Are people in DeKalb older or younger than people in Fulton?
- The Median Age in DeKalb is 9.2 years younger than in Fulton.

Are housing costs cheaper in DeKalb or Fulton?
- DeKalb housing costs are 18.3% more expensive than Fulton housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, DeKalb or Fulton?
- The average commute for residents of DeKalb is 2.5 minutes longer than it is for residents of Fulton.

Things to do in Fulton?
Fulton is an incorporated city sitting within Callaway County, Missouri with plenty of things to do during your stay like attending concerts at the historic Memorial Park perfect for those looking to enjoy some family friendly fun plus nearby Rock Haven Wildlife Area provides stunning views ideal for outdoor activities. Additionally there are several locally owned stores and eateries providing unique items or delicious cuisine great for any budget during their stay here!

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.

 Fulton, MODeKalb, ILUnited States
 Population  Unlock41,083329,725,481
 Median Income$51,855  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock25.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$174,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time18.52  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Fulton    4 Reviews

Fulton is a small town but the cost of living in Callaway county versus Boone county (Columbia) is a lot better. If you are looking at employment in Columbia or  More

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Over 15 years ago

Fulton is the most corrupted town I have ever lived in. The cops are complete dirt bags between the ones who beat there wives or start dating the victims from the cases  More

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Over 17 years ago

In Fulton you can still find affordable houses to buy. The city is surrounded by nice country. Columbia and Jefferson City are not too far away and give extra job  More

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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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