Ottosen, Iowa vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 61.6% more expensive than Ottosen, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $64,647 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Ottosen, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Ottosen, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
151% more expensive in Hilo
than in Ottosen, Iowa
Ottosen, IA vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Ottosen, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  61.6% 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
  63.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  263.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  91.6% higher
  Commute
  28.1% higher
  Health
  19.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.4% higher