Cost of Living Calculator - Amherst, New York vs Hilo, Hawaii


The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 39.9% more expensive than Amherst, New York.

You would need a salary of $69,944 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Amherst, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Amherst, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Hilo
than in Amherst, New York
Amherst, NY vs Hilo, HI
Compared to Amherst, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.9% 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
  46.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  96.7% higher
  Commute
  8.7% lower
  Health
  5.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  37.0% higher

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