Waikapu, Hawaii vs. Paia, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Paia, Hawaii is 12.0% more expensive than Waikapu, Hawaii.

You would need a salary of $56,015 in Paia, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Waikapu, Hawaii.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Paia, Hawaii is more expensive than Waikapu, Hawaii
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in Paia
than in Waikapu, Hawaii
Waikapu, HI vs. Paia, HI
Compared to Waikapu, Paia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.0% 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
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% higher
  Commute
  0.9% higher
  Health
  0.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.4% higher