San Diego, California vs. Kapaa, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kapaa, Hawaii is 3.5% cheaper than San Diego, California.

You would need a salary of $55,010 in Kapaa, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kapaa, Hawaii is cheaper than San Diego, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
52% cheaper in Kapaa
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs. Kapaa, HI
Compared to San Diego, Kapaa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% lower
      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
  51.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  93.3% higher
  Commute
  20.5% lower
  Health
  11.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% lower