Belen, New Mexico vs. Waimalu, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waimalu, Hawaii is 121.3% more expensive than Belen, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $232,413 in Waimalu, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Belen, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waimalu, Hawaii is more expensive than Belen, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
167% more expensive in Waimalu
than in Belen, New Mexico
Belen, NM vs. Waimalu, HI
Compared to Belen, Waimalu is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  121.3% 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
  52.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  474.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  64.5% higher
  Commute
  50.5% higher
  Health
  29.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  33.9% higher