Meridian, Idaho vs. Kula, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kula, Hawaii is 54.1% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $115,570 in Kula, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kula, Hawaii is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
163% more expensive in Kula
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Kula, HI
Compared to Meridian, Kula is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  54.1% 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
  68.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  161.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  96.7% higher
  Commute
  11.4% higher
  Health
  0.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% higher