East Meadow, New York vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 17.8% cheaper than East Meadow, New York.

You would need a salary of $69,899 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in East Meadow, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is cheaper than East Meadow, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% cheaper in Hilo
than in East Meadow, New York
East Meadow, NY vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to East Meadow, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.8% 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
  41.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  55.2% higher
  Commute
  46.8% lower
  Health
  20.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.8% higher