{"id":8227,"date":"2022-07-22T18:11:23","date_gmt":"2022-07-22T16:11:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/"},"modified":"2022-07-22T18:11:23","modified_gmt":"2022-07-22T16:11:23","slug":"what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the qualifications moving to hawaii from michigan"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span 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ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#how-much-do-i-need-to-make-to-move-to-hawaii\" title=\"How much do I need to make to move to Hawaii?\">How much do I need to make to move to Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#can-i-just-up-and-move-to-hawaii\" title=\"Can I just up and move to Hawaii?\">Can I just up and move to Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#can-you-move-to-hawaii-without-a-job\" title=\"Can you move to Hawaii without a job?\">Can you move to Hawaii without a job?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#how-easy-is-it-to-move-to-hawaii\" title=\"How easy is it to move to Hawaii?\">How easy is it to move to Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#what-jobs-are-in-high-demand-in-hawaii\" title=\"What jobs are in high demand in Hawaii?\">What jobs are in high demand in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#is-moving-to-hawaii-worth-it\" title=\"Is moving to Hawaii worth it?\">Is moving to Hawaii worth it?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#is-it-difficult-to-get-a-job-in-hawaii\" title=\"Is it difficult to get a job in Hawaii?\">Is it difficult to get a job in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#what-are-the-disadvantages-of-living-in-hawaii\" title=\"What are the disadvantages of living in Hawaii?\">What are the disadvantages of living in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#where-should-you-not-live-in-hawaii\" title=\"Where should you not live in Hawaii?\">Where should you not live in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#what-is-the-biggest-problem-in-hawaii\" title=\"What is the biggest problem in Hawaii?\">What is the biggest problem in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#which-hawaiian-island-is-safest\" title=\"Which Hawaiian island is safest?\">Which Hawaiian island is safest?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#why-people-shouldnt-visit-hawaii\" title=\"Why people shouldn&#8217;t visit Hawaii?\">Why people shouldn&#8217;t visit Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#are-hawaiians-friendly\" title=\"Are Hawaiians friendly?\">Are Hawaiians friendly?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#why-do-hawaiian-locals-hate-tourists\" title=\"Why do Hawaiian locals hate tourists?\">Why do Hawaiian locals hate tourists?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#how-can-i-be-respectfully-in-hawaii\" title=\"How can I be respectfully in Hawaii?\">How can I be respectfully in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#what-should-i-avoid-in-hawaii\" title=\"What should I avoid in Hawaii?\">What should I avoid in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#do-hawaiians-like-tourists\" title=\"Do Hawaiians like tourists?\">Do Hawaiians like tourists?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#how-safe-is-hawaii\" title=\"How safe is Hawaii?\">How safe is Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#do-i-need-a-covid-test-to-go-to-hawaii\" title=\"Do I need a COVID test to go to Hawaii?\">Do I need a COVID test to go to Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#is-hawaii-a-poor-state\" title=\"Is Hawaii a poor state?\">Is Hawaii a poor state?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#which-hawaiian-island-is-the-cheapest-to-live-on\" title=\"Which Hawaiian island is the cheapest to live on?\">Which Hawaiian island is the cheapest to live on?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#can-i-live-in-hawaii-on-2000-a-month\" title=\"Can I live in Hawaii on $2000 a month?\">Can I live in Hawaii on $2000 a month?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#can-you-sleep-on-the-beach-in-hawaii\" title=\"Can you sleep on the beach in Hawaii?\">Can you sleep on the beach in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#where-do-i-move-if-i-cant-afford-hawaii\" title=\"Where do I move if I can&#8217;t afford Hawaii?\">Where do I move if I can&#8217;t afford Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#why-is-property-in-hawaii-so-cheap\" title=\"Why is property in Hawaii so cheap?\">Why is property in Hawaii so cheap?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#how-much-does-it-cost-to-live-in-hawaii-for-a-month\" title=\"How much does it cost to live in Hawaii for a month?\">How much does it cost to live in Hawaii for a month?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#how-much-is-low-income-housing-in-hawaii\" title=\"How much is low income housing in Hawaii?\">How much is low income housing in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#who-qualifies-for-affordable-housing-in-hawaii\" title=\"Who qualifies for affordable housing in Hawaii?\">Who qualifies for affordable housing in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#what-is-the-temperature-in-hawaii-in-the-winter\" title=\"What is the temperature in Hawaii in the winter?\">What is the temperature in Hawaii in the winter?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#how-do-i-qualify-for-section-8-hawaii\" title=\"How do I qualify for Section 8 Hawaii?\">How do I qualify for Section 8 Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#how-do-i-get-housing-assistance-in-hawaii\" title=\"How do I get housing assistance in Hawaii?\">How do I get housing assistance in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#does-hawaii-have-public-housing\" title=\"Does Hawaii have public housing?\">Does Hawaii have public housing?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#can-i-transfer-my-section-8-to-hawaii\" title=\"Can I transfer my Section 8 to Hawaii?\">Can I transfer my Section 8 to Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#is-hawaii-a-nice-place-to-live\" title=\"Is Hawaii a nice place to live?\">Is Hawaii a nice place to live?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#how-much-does-section-8-cover-in-hawaii\" title=\"How much does Section 8 cover in Hawaii?\">How much does Section 8 cover in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-qualifications-moving-to-hawaii-from-michigan\/#are-there-projects-in-hawaii\" title=\"Are there projects in Hawaii?\">Are there projects in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-much-do-i-need-to-make-to-move-to-hawaii\"><\/span>How much do I need to make to move to Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Around $50,000 would provide a good cushion for a single person in most circumstances. For a family or professional moving to the islands, around $50,000 in savings is the absolute minimum you should have.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can-i-just-up-and-move-to-hawaii\"><\/span>Can I just up and move to Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In 1959, Hawaii officially became the 50th state. As a result, anyone who has the ability to legally live in the United States\u2014including citizens and permanent residents\u2014can <a href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/hawaii-moving-pros\/\" title=\"Hawaii Moving Pros\">move to Hawaii<\/a>. Legally, it&#8217;s just like moving to any other state.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can-you-move-to-hawaii-without-a-job\"><\/span>Can you move to Hawaii without a job?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Can I move to Hawaii without a job? Yes, you can. Many newcomers do just that. Even so, you will have to find a job as soon as possible due to the high living expenses.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-easy-is-it-to-move-to-hawaii\"><\/span>How easy is it to move to Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hawaii is paradise for many reasons, but it&#8217;s also a difficult place to live for most because of the economy. Aloha and the best of luck in planning your move to the beautiful islands of Hawaii.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-jobs-are-in-high-demand-in-hawaii\"><\/span>What jobs are in high demand in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Description2008 Jobs2018 JobsRadiologic Technologists and Technicians725884Registered Nurses10,15512,106Dental Hygienists9701,137Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education1,6131,877<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-moving-to-hawaii-worth-it\"><\/span>Is moving to Hawaii worth it?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although it&#8217;s a more complex transition than a relocation on the mainland, moving to Hawaii offers plentiful rewards: beautiful weather year-round, easy access to miles of gorgeous white sand beaches, abundant outdoor activities, and, of course, Hawaii&#8217;s unique aloha spirit that infuses the local culture.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-it-difficult-to-get-a-job-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Is it difficult to get a job in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Is it Hard to Get a Job in Hawaii? It&#8217;s virtually impossible to get hired in Hawaii without being there. If you want to be offered a position, you need to be at least in the location (island) where the job posting is. Most applicants would never travel to job interviews in the islands.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-are-the-disadvantages-of-living-in-hawaii\"><\/span>What are the disadvantages of living in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In part 2 of this post I&#8217;ll detail the pros, but below I will share 18 downsides of living in Hawaii:<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"where-should-you-not-live-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Where should you not live in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Wahiawa. Wahiawa with a population of 46,562 has a Livability Score of 58\/100, which is considered poor&#8230; Makaha. This leeward Oahu census-designated place has a population of 8,934&#8230; Kahului&#8230; Pahoa&#8230; Ewa Beach&#8230; Hilo&#8230; Waianae&#8230; Kapaa.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-the-biggest-problem-in-hawaii\"><\/span>What is the biggest problem in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>According to the survey, conducted by Ward Research, the top issues for residents on Hawaii Island are homelessness, drugs and traffic. <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/maui\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Maui\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Maui<\/a> residents&#8217; top issues were affordable housing, traffic and public education. On Kauai, traffic was first, followed by environmental concerns and crime\/public safety.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"which-hawaiian-island-is-safest\"><\/span>Which Hawaiian island is safest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re just looking at the sheer number of incidents on each island, Kauai is the safest island to live on. In 2020, the Kauai Police Department reported the lowest number of violent crime incidents and property crime incidents of any of the four major islands.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"why-people-shouldnt-visit-hawaii\"><\/span>Why people shouldn&#8217;t visit Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There&#8217;s not enough natural resources and housing to go around. As tourists continue to enter Hawai&#8217;i, residents are also getting fed up with the water shortages. Overtourism is keeping Maui residents from watering their lawns, washing cars, irrigation and other nonessential activities.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"are-hawaiians-friendly\"><\/span>Are Hawaiians friendly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>1) The Aloha spirit is strong, which means that people from Hawaii are always willing to offer friendship and assistance when needed. 2) According to a national well-being survey, Hawaii is the least stressed state in the states &#8211; naturally, everyone has a little more patience and empathy.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"why-do-hawaiian-locals-hate-tourists\"><\/span>Why do Hawaiian locals hate tourists?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Kam explained that some of the primary issues residents are facing include overcrowding, damage to the environment, and higher cost of living. Compounded together, it makes sense that attitudes toward tourism have become more and more negative, hence the calls for a decrease in travel.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-can-i-be-respectfully-in-hawaii\"><\/span>How can I be respectfully in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are 12 ways to be a respectful traveler to Hawaii.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-should-i-avoid-in-hawaii\"><\/span>What should I avoid in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Don&#8217;t stand next to the blowhole&#8230; Don&#8217;t eat at a chain restaurant&#8230; Don&#8217;t let a commercial luau be your only exposure to Hawaiian culture&#8230; Don&#8217;t limit your visit to O\u02bbahu&#8230; And don&#8217;t avoid the Island of Hawai\u02bbi&#8230; Don&#8217;t only stay in resort towns&#8230; Don&#8217;t hike illegally or start a hike late in the day.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"do-hawaiians-like-tourists\"><\/span>Do Hawaiians like tourists?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Generally, most locals are happy to see the tourists come and see what life means for them, especially those activities that depict a life many have never seen, learned, or experienced. People Live here. In the end, what locals want is tourists to have an approach to leaving Hawaii better than they found it.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-safe-is-hawaii\"><\/span>How safe is Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Around a million people live in this tropical city; and with its crystal clear waters, warm climate, city amenities and good standard of living, it&#8217;s also ranked as one of the safest cities in the US. Hawaii is pretty safe in general but theft, especially car theft and theft of unattended items, does occur.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"do-i-need-a-covid-test-to-go-to-hawaii\"><\/span>Do I need a COVID test to go to Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A negative pre-departure COVID-19 test result or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 is no longer required when arriving in the United States, as of 12.01 ET, June 12, 2022.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-hawaii-a-poor-state\"><\/span>Is Hawaii a poor state?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In 2016, Hawaii had one of the lowest poverty rates in the nation: the nation&#8217;s poverty rate was 15.1 percent 14.2 percent and Hawaii&#8217;s poverty rate was 10.8 percent. Only four states had a lower poverty rate than Hawaii. The State&#8217;s overall good numbers masks high poverty rates in certain counties, however.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"which-hawaiian-island-is-the-cheapest-to-live-on\"><\/span>Which Hawaiian island is the cheapest to live on?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Generally, the lowest housing costs are on the Big Island, which is considered the cheapest Hawaiian island to live on.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can-i-live-in-hawaii-on-2000-a-month\"><\/span>Can I live in Hawaii on $2000 a month?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you decide to rent, you&#8217;re looking payment of just under $2,000 per month, and that&#8217;s if you pay the median price. To keep the utilities running in a small apartment in Honolulu, you&#8217;re facing a cost of around $285 per month.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can-you-sleep-on-the-beach-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Can you sleep on the beach in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It is legal to camp on the beach in Hawaii, as long as you follow the rules, of course. While there are no laws against sleeping on public beaches in Hawaii, you will need to obtain a permit to set up camp at any of Hawaii&#8217;s beaches.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"where-do-i-move-if-i-cant-afford-hawaii\"><\/span>Where do I move if I can&#8217;t afford Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Kahului is one of the cheap places to live in Maui and it sits on Kahului Bay which is 2 miles east of Wailuku. This place is also called \u201cDream City\u201d by the Maui Plantation workers. It is one of the cheapest places to live in Hawaii and you can easily afford to stay here.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"why-is-property-in-hawaii-so-cheap\"><\/span>Why is property in Hawaii so cheap?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Zoning restrictions in parts of the archipelago and the use of private residences as vacation rentals constrict available affordable housing even further. The result: Even though Hawaii&#8217;s economy seems to be strong, wage increases have trailed the climb in home prices, fueling an exodus of people from the state.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-much-does-it-cost-to-live-in-hawaii-for-a-month\"><\/span>How much does it cost to live in Hawaii for a month?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A one-bedroom apartment or home can range from about $1,500 to more than $2,000 per month and a two-bedroom apartment or a house will start at $1,800 per month.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-much-is-low-income-housing-in-hawaii\"><\/span>How much is low income housing in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p># of PersonsOahuHawaii1$58,600$41,5502$67,000$47,4503$75,350$53,4004$83,700$59,300<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"who-qualifies-for-affordable-housing-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Who qualifies for affordable housing in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Be a U.. citizen or a permanent resident alien. Be at least eighteen years of age. Be domiciled in the State of Hawaii and shall physically reside in the dwelling unit purchased; Have a sufficient gross household income to qualify for the loan to finance the purchase.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-the-temperature-in-hawaii-in-the-winter\"><\/span>What is the temperature in Hawaii in the winter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>around 78 degrees Fahrenheit<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-do-i-qualify-for-section-8-hawaii\"><\/span>How do I qualify for Section 8 Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Income eligibility Your household income should be at or below 50% of the state media income level to receive Section 8 housing vouchers. For all new admissions, at least 75% households should have income at or below 30% of the state median income level.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-do-i-get-housing-assistance-in-hawaii\"><\/span>How do I get housing assistance in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA). Some PHAs have long waiting lists, so you may want to apply at more than one PHA. Your PHA can also give you a list of locations at which your voucher can be used.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"does-hawaii-have-public-housing\"><\/span>Does Hawaii have public housing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Hawaii Public Housing Authority helps provide Hawai`i residents with affordable housing and shelter without discrimination. HPHA does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can-i-transfer-my-section-8-to-hawaii\"><\/span>Can I transfer my Section 8 to Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You must contact your current Section 8 voucher administrator to begin the process of transferring your Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher to Hawaii.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-hawaii-a-nice-place-to-live\"><\/span>Is Hawaii a nice place to live?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hawaii&#8217;s quality of life reflects the advantages of the state&#8217;s climate, health, recreation and cultural opportunities. Hawaii is consistently rated as one of the best states to live in when criteria include environmental factors, low crime incidence, quality of education, and longevity.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-much-does-section-8-cover-in-hawaii\"><\/span>How much does Section 8 cover in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Rent, Assistance, and Utility Allowances The average monthly tenant contribution to rent by Hawaii Public Housing Authority &#8211; Section 8 Office voucher holders in 2016 was $474 and the average monthly HUD expenditure per voucher holder was $1,145. The average utility allowance across all voucher recipients is $150.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"are-there-projects-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Are there projects in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\u201cHUD apartments\u201d or Project-Based Section 8 subsidized apartments also exist in Hawaii; in fact, there are about 3,300 of these types of apartments.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How much do I need to make to move to Hawaii? Around $50,000 would provide a good cushion for a single person in most circumstances. For a family or professional moving to the islands, around $50,000 in savings is the absolute minimum you should have. Can I just up and move to Hawaii? 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