Downey, California vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 17.4% cheaper than Downey, California.

You would need a salary of $41,279 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Downey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is cheaper than Downey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Hilo
than in Downey, California
Downey, CA vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Downey, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.4% lower
      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
  48.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  92.4% higher
  Commute
  46.2% lower
  Health
  10.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.4% higher