Hilo, Hawaii vs. Meridian, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meridian, Mississippi is 43.1% cheaper than Hilo, Hawaii.

You would need a salary of $17,085 in Meridian, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Hilo, Hawaii.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meridian, Mississippi is cheaper than Hilo, Hawaii
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Meridian
than in Hilo, Hawaii
Hilo, HI vs. Meridian, MS
Compared to Hilo, Meridian is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.1% 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
  36.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  47.1% lower
  Commute
  21.8% lower
  Health
  7.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.6% lower