Tampa, Florida vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 21.4% more expensive than Tampa, Florida.

You would need a salary of $54,634 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Tampa, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Tampa, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in Hilo
than in Tampa, Florida
Tampa, FL vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Tampa, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.4% 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
  44.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  101.3% higher
  Commute
  23.9% lower
  Health
  0.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  30.2% higher