Detroit, Michigan vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 41.9% more expensive than Detroit, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $70,970 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Detroit, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
547% more expensive in Hilo
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Detroit, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.9% 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
  71.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  545.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  116.2% higher
  Commute
  52.2% lower
  Health
  21.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.4% higher