Arcata, California vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 16.4% more expensive than Arcata, California.

You would need a salary of $58,179 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Arcata, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Arcata, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% more expensive in Hilo
than in Arcata, California
Arcata, CA vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Arcata, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.4% 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
  49.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  119.3% higher
  Commute
  5.0% higher
  Health
  15.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.9% higher