Houston, Texas vs. DeKalb, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in DeKalb, Illinois is 11.8% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $44,084 in DeKalb, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, DeKalb, Illinois is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% cheaper in DeKalb
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Dekalb, IL
Compared to Houston, Dekalb is:
  Homeowner
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  11.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.8% higher
  Commute
  35.1% lower
  Health
  30.8% higher
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  Personal
  1.7% lower
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