Boston, Massachusetts vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 17.9% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $55,810 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Hilo
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Boston, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.9% lower
      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
  36.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  66.0% higher
  Commute
  35.3% lower
  Health
  11.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% lower