Rapid City, South Dakota vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 31.7% more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $98,771 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Rapid City, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% more expensive in Hilo
than in Rapid City, South Dakota
Rapid City, SD vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Rapid City, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.7% 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
  52.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  108.7% higher
  Commute
  14.7% higher
  Health
  32.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.1% higher