Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 26.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 23.7% ▲ 137% above avg |
| College Grads | 48.0% ▲ 24% above avg |
| Unemployment | 10.3% ▲ 110% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 396 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,744 (23.4%) |
| Some College | 2,527 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 2,867 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 2,226 (11%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,488 (37%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $46,808 ▼ 39% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $205,700 ▼ 26% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,018/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 18,175 |
| Vacant Units | 1,276 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Dekalb is a city in Illinois, located in DeKalb County. The city spans 1 ZIP code and is home to approximately 42,461 residents. It is a young city, with a median age of 26 years.
Economically, Dekalb is a working-class community. The median household income of $46,808 is below the national average. Approximately 23.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 10.3%, more than double the national average.
The real estate market in Dekalb is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $205,700, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,018 per month.
The population of Dekalb is well-educated. 48.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — above the national average. The community is majority White (57.51%).
Dekalb, IL offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Illinois.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60115 | 42,461 | $46,808 | $205,700 | $1,018 | 10.3% | 48.0% | 42.9% |