Washington, District of Columbia vs. Lihue, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lihue, Hawaii is 3.2% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $48,406 in Lihue, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lihue, Hawaii is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
60% cheaper in Lihue
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Lihue, HI
Compared to Washington, Lihue is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.2% 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
  44.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  87.5% higher
  Commute
  34.6% lower
  Health
  4.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower