Portland, Oregon vs. DeKalb, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in DeKalb, Illinois is 36.4% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $31,798 in DeKalb, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, DeKalb, Illinois is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in DeKalb
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Dekalb, IL
Compared to Portland, Dekalb is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  24.2% higher
  Commute
  40.6% lower
  Health
  37.3% higher
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  Personal
  12.8% lower
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