Emporia township, Kansas vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 45.4% more expensive than Emporia township, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $79,960 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Emporia township, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Emporia township, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% more expensive in Hilo
than in Emporia township, Kansas
Emporia Township, KS vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Emporia Township, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.4% 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
  63.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  81.0% higher
  Commute
  26.7% higher
  Health
  7.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.4% higher