Hilo, Hawaii vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 7.5% cheaper than Hilo, Hawaii.

You would need a salary of $54,687 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Hilo, Hawaii.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is cheaper than Hilo, Hawaii
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
53% cheaper in Boise City
than in Hilo, Hawaii
Hilo, HI vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to Hilo, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.5% 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
  38.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  53.6% lower
  Commute
  0.9% lower
  Health
  0.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.0% lower