Cost of Living Calculator - Topeka, Kansas vs Hilo, Hawaii


The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 59.8% more expensive than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $127,817 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Topeka, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
173% more expensive in Hilo
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs Hilo, HI
Compared to Topeka, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.8% 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
  62.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  210.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  88.1% higher
  Commute
  15.4% higher
  Health
  7.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.0% higher

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