Bangor, Maine vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 49.9% more expensive than Bangor, Maine.

You would need a salary of $92,926 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Bangor, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Bangor, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
95% more expensive in Hilo
than in Bangor, Maine
Bangor, ME vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Bangor, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  44.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  137.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  81.6% higher
  Commute
  23.8% higher
  Health
  1.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  30.5% higher