Topeka, Kansas vs. Paia, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Paia, Hawaii is 123.4% more expensive than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $111,675 in Paia, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Paia, Hawaii is more expensive than Topeka, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
575% more expensive in Paia
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs. Paia, HI
Compared to Topeka, Paia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  123.4% 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
  67.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  614.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  80.6% higher
  Commute
  22.3% higher
  Health
  7.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% higher