DeKalb, Illinois vs. Richardson, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richardson, Texas is 32.7% more expensive than DeKalb, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $139,293 in Richardson, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in DeKalb, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richardson, Texas is more expensive than DeKalb, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
99% more expensive in Richardson
than in DeKalb, Illinois
Dekalb, IL vs. Richardson, TX
Compared to Dekalb, Richardson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.7% 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
  6.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  117.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% higher
  Commute
  45.3% higher
  Health
  21.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% higher