Boise City, Idaho vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 8.1% more expensive than Boise City, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $108,069 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Boise City, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Boise City, Idaho
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
115% more expensive in Hilo
than in Boise City, Idaho
Boise City, ID vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Boise City, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.1% 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
  62.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  115.4% higher
  Commute
  0.9% higher
  Health
  0.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  28.2% higher