Chicago, Illinois vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 17.2% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $58,613 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% more expensive in Hilo
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Chicago, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.2% 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
  56.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  108.9% higher
  Commute
  38.4% lower
  Health
  13.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.9% higher