Franklin, North Carolina vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 46.7% more expensive than Franklin, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $4,989 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Franklin, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Franklin, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% more expensive in Hilo
than in Franklin, North Carolina
Franklin, NC vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Franklin, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.7% 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
  56.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  119.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  89.7% higher
  Commute
  25.1% higher
  Health
  18.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  27.7% higher