Providence, Rhode Island vs. Pahoa, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pahoa, Hawaii is 1.5% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $30,444 in Pahoa, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pahoa, Hawaii is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
66% more expensive in Pahoa
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Pahoa, HI
Compared to Providence, Pahoa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% 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
  41.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  66.2% higher
  Commute
  12.2% lower
  Health
  14.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.6% higher