Albuquerque, New Mexico vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 38.7% more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $138,656 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in Hilo
than in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Albuquerque, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.7% 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
  58.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  99.5% higher
  Commute
  4.6% lower
  Health
  24.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.1% higher