Cost of Living in DeKalb, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.9
100 = national avg
-2.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,061
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,781
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing128.9
Food85.6
Transportation71.2
Healthcare88.5
Utilities97.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,046
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,373
per month
The overall cost of living index in DeKalb is 97.9, which is 2.1% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 128.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,061 per year to cover basic expenses.