DeKalb, United States is Very expensive overall. Monthly costs are about $2174 for one person and $5095 for a family of four, including rent.
DeKalb is 52% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.
DeKalb is 45% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in DeKalb is, on average, 47% lower than in New York City.
DeKalb is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.
The high cost of living in DeKalb is primarily driven by rent and utilities, which significantly exceed average prices. This makes it challenging for those without substantial income to manage expenses.
Yes, food prices in DeKalb are 19% higher than the European benchmark. This contributes to the overall high cost of living in the city.
Public transport in DeKalb is 17% lower than the European benchmark. This makes it a more budget-friendly option compared to other living expenses.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 16.4 $ |
| Dinner | 62.6 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 9.6 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 4.71 $ |
| Capuccino | 4.64 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 2.46 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.85 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 3.22 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.31 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 3 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 11 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 11 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 12.5 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 5.2 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.61 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 5.22 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.82 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.17 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.33 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.11 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 2.69 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 12.5 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.97 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 8.93 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 1.26 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 80.1 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 0.92 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 17.8 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 122 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 11 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 5.89 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 3.67 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.86 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 104 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 160 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 66.7 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 1,178 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 2,190 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 1,363 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 2,503 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 2,271 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 1,935 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 4,527 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 6.44% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 48.4 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 11.7 $ |
| Haircut | 25.7 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 82.6 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 49.4 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 1,117 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 15,909 $ |