Lihue, Hawaii vs. Washington, District of Columbia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is 3.3% more expensive than Lihue, Hawaii.

You would need a salary of $72,305 in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Lihue, Hawaii.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is more expensive than Lihue, Hawaii
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
153% more expensive in Washington
than in Lihue, Hawaii
Lihue, HI vs. Washington, DC
Compared to Lihue, Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.3% 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
  31.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  46.7% lower
  Commute
  52.9% higher
  Health
  3.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% higher