Ames, Iowa vs. Royal Kunia, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Royal Kunia, Hawaii is 91.8% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $95,903 in Royal Kunia, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Royal Kunia, Hawaii is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
221% more expensive in Royal Kunia
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Royal Kunia, HI
Compared to Ames, Royal Kunia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  91.8% 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
  42.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  271.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  78.5% higher
  Commute
  114.3% higher
  Health
  15.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  30.1% higher