Lawrence, Kansas vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 35.1% more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $33,771 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Lawrence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% more expensive in Hilo
than in Lawrence, Kansas
Lawrence, KS vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Lawrence, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.1% 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
  54.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  85.4% higher
  Commute
  1.8% lower
  Health
  5.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.9% higher