Dubuque, Iowa vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 53.5% more expensive than Dubuque, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $76,768 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Dubuque, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Dubuque, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
122% more expensive in Hilo
than in Dubuque, Iowa
Dubuque, IA vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Dubuque, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  53.5% 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
  58.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  119.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  96.7% higher
  Commute
  20.5% higher
  Health
  4.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.7% higher