Seaside, California vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 12.8% cheaper than Seaside, California.

You would need a salary of $157,048 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Seaside, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is cheaper than Seaside, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Hilo
than in Seaside, California
Seaside, CA vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Seaside, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.8% 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
  42.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  122.6% higher
  Commute
  13.5% lower
  Health
  30.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.7% higher