Monterey, California vs. Koloa, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Koloa, Hawaii is 6.4% cheaper than Monterey, California.

You would need a salary of $27,892 in Koloa, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Monterey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Koloa, Hawaii is cheaper than Monterey, California
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
37% cheaper in Koloa
than in Monterey, California
Monterey, CA vs. Koloa, HI
Compared to Monterey, Koloa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.4% 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
  53.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  129.6% higher
  Commute
  13.5% lower
  Health
  30.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% lower