Cost of Living in DeKalb, IL
Population: 40,464 • 2026 Data
$46,564
Median Household Income
-40% vs national
$1,030
Median Monthly Rent
-24% vs national
$202,900
Median Home Value
-40% vs national
10.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in DeKalb
The median home value in DeKalb, IL is $202,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,030, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,115.
Rent-to-income ratio: 26.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in DeKalb, IL is $46,564. The unemployment rate stands at 10.6%, with a labor force of 22,590 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.