Hilo, Hawaii vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 5.2% more expensive than Hilo, Hawaii.

You would need a salary of $54,685 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Hilo, Hawaii.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is more expensive than Hilo, Hawaii
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Portland
than in Hilo, Hawaii
Hilo, HI vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Hilo, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% 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
  31.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  58.8% lower
  Commute
  52.3% higher
  Health
  9.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.7% lower