Cost of Living in De Kalb, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
112.5
100 = national avg
+12.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,498
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$116,995
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing84.6
Food120.4
Transportation140.9
Healthcare116.3
Utilities109.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$832
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,077
per month
The overall cost of living index in De Kalb is 112.5, which is 12.5% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 84.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,498 per year to cover basic expenses.