Sarasota, Florida vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 22.4% more expensive than Sarasota, Florida.

You would need a salary of $48,941 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Sarasota, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Sarasota, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
2% more expensive in Hilo
than in Sarasota, Florida
Sarasota, FL vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Sarasota, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.4% 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
  42.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  105.8% higher
  Commute
  6.2% lower
  Health
  2.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.2% higher