Chicago, Illinois vs. Kapaau, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kapaau, Hawaii is 34.3% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $67,132 in Kapaau, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kapaau, Hawaii is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
112% more expensive in Kapaau
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Kapaau, HI
Compared to Chicago, Kapaau is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.3% 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)
  72.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  106.3% higher
  Commute
  29.3% lower
  Health
  13.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.5% higher