Rochester, New York vs. Kapaa, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kapaa, Hawaii is 86.1% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $186,058 in Kapaa, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kapaa, Hawaii is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
552% more expensive in Kapaa
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Kapaa, HI
Compared to Rochester, Kapaa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  86.1% 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
  69.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  627.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  92.5% higher
  Commute
  5.5% higher
  Health
  7.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% lower