Hilo, Hawaii vs. Melbourne, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melbourne, Florida is 25.0% cheaper than Hilo, Hawaii.

You would need a salary of $56,235 in Melbourne, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Hilo, Hawaii.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melbourne, Florida is cheaper than Hilo, Hawaii
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% cheaper in Melbourne
than in Hilo, Hawaii
Hilo, HI vs. Melbourne, FL
Compared to Hilo, Melbourne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.0% 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
  34.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  49.8% lower
  Commute
  2.2% lower
  Health
  0.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.3% lower