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CHICAGO vs. DEKALB
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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs DeKalb, Illinois
The cost of living in DeKalb, Illinois is
21.6%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$58,799
in DeKalb, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, DeKalb, Illinois is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% cheaper in DeKalb
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Dekalb, IL
Compared to Chicago, Dekalb is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
21.6% lower
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Food
1.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
36.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
6.9% higher
Commute
44.3% lower
Health
41.4% higher
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Personal
8.0% lower
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