Hilo, Hawaii vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 24.1% cheaper than Hilo, Hawaii.

You would need a salary of $56,890 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Hilo, Hawaii.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Hilo, Hawaii
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Houston
than in Hilo, Hawaii
Hilo, HI vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Hilo, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.1% 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
  35.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  50.2% lower
  Commute
  39.5% higher
  Health
  4.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.9% lower