Wapello, Iowa vs. Hilo, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hilo, Hawaii is 65.0% more expensive than Wapello, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $82,503 in Hilo, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Wapello, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hilo, Hawaii is more expensive than Wapello, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
289% more expensive in Hilo
than in Wapello, Iowa
Wapello, IA vs. Hilo, HI
Compared to Wapello, Hilo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  65.0% 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
  61.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  224.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  91.8% higher
  Commute
  11.2% higher
  Health
  14.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.5% higher