Seattle, Washington vs. Kapaa, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kapaa, Hawaii is 7.7% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $59,964 in Kapaa, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kapaa, Hawaii is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
48% cheaper in Kapaa
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Kapaa, HI
Compared to Seattle, Kapaa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.7% 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
  52.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  188.8% higher
  Commute
  30.5% lower
  Health
  12.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.5% lower