Iowa City, Iowa vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 44.4% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $86,628 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
74% more expensive in Hilo
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Iowa City, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.4% 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
  52.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  106.5% higher
  Commute
  24.5% higher
  Health
  4.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.0% higher