Median Income
$92,143
23% higher than US avg
Home Value
$127,100
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.3%
25% lower than US avg
How De Kalb Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population532
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density2,046/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.9%
Economy
A+
Median Income$92,143
Per Capita$28,710
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.3%
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$127,100
Rent$950
Ownership68.1%
Zillow$300,935
Rent Burden13.8%
Health
Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.7%
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.51
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Broadband91.0%
Is De Kalb a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, De Kalb receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. De Kalb offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in De Kalb is $92,143, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in De Kalb is $127,100, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
De Kalb has a population of 532 with a density of 2,046 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.6%).
Population
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.2% |
| 99% below US avg |
The median household income in De Kalb is $92,143, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $92,143 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,710 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.3% |
| 25% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |
The median home value in De Kalb is $127,100, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). 68.1% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $300,935.
Home Values
| Census Median | $127,100 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $300,935 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $950 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 13.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $732 |
| 1 Bedroom | $775 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $970 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,265 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,457 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 68.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.1% |
Property Tax
In De Kalb, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 34.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: De Kalb vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.8% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.9% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 9.9% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.2% |
| Depression | 28.2% |
| Mental Distress | 21.7% |
| Physical Distress | 16.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: De Kalb vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,046/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.5869°N, 94.9252°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |