Richland, Washington vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 25.6% more expensive than Richland, Washington.

You would need a salary of $94,237 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Richland, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Richland, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Hilo
than in Richland, Washington
Richland, WA vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Richland, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.6% 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
  49.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  144.8% higher
  Commute
  7.0% higher
  Health
  15.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  37.3% higher