Payson, Arizona vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 27.8% more expensive than Payson, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $95,863 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Payson, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Payson, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Hilo
than in Payson, Arizona
Payson, AZ vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Payson, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.8% 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
  56.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  84.3% higher
  Commute
  15.3% higher
  Health
  6.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  30.6% higher