Cost of Living Calculator - Kelso, Washington vs Hilo, Hawaii


The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 27.7% more expensive than Kelso, Washington.

You would need a salary of $63,844 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Kelso, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Kelso, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Hilo
than in Kelso, Washington
Kelso, WA vs Hilo, HI
Compared to Kelso, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.7% 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
  53.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  188.5% higher
  Commute
  6.1% lower
  Health
  2.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  30.4% higher

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