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HOUGHTON vs. DEKALB
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Cost of Living Calculator - Houghton, Michigan vs DeKalb, Illinois
The cost of living in DeKalb, Illinois is
2.0%
cheaper
than Houghton, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$49,010
in DeKalb, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Houghton, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, DeKalb, Illinois is
cheaper
than Houghton, Michigan
• Utilities are the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
18% cheaper in DeKalb
than in Houghton, Michigan
Houghton, MI vs Dekalb, IL
Compared to Houghton, Dekalb is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
2.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
10.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
18.2% lower
Commute
1.0% lower
Health
2.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.9% higher
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