{"id":8250,"date":"2022-07-22T18:22:01","date_gmt":"2022-07-22T16:22:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/what-are-the-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/"},"modified":"2022-07-22T18:22:01","modified_gmt":"2022-07-22T16:22:01","slug":"what-are-the-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the expenses in moving to hawaii"},"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 class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list 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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#how-much-does-it-cost-to-move-all-your-stuff-to-hawaii\" title=\"How much does it cost to move all your stuff to Hawaii?\">How much does it cost to move all your stuff 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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#is-it-expensive-to-move-and-live-hawaii\" title=\"Is it expensive to move and live Hawaii?\">Is it expensive to move and live 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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#how-much-monthly-income-do-you-need-to-live-in-hawaii\" title=\"How much monthly income do you need to live in Hawaii?\">How much monthly income do you need to live in Hawaii?<\/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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#how-much-money-do-you-need-to-live-comfortably-in-hawaii\" title=\"How much money do you need to live comfortably in Hawaii?\">How much money do you need to live comfortably in 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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#is-it-hard-to-find-a-job-in-hawaii\" title=\"Is it hard to find a job in Hawaii?\">Is it hard to find a job 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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#which-is-the-cheapest-hawaiian-island-to-live-on\" title=\"Which is the cheapest Hawaiian island to live on?\">Which is the cheapest Hawaiian island to live on?<\/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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#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-8\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#is-it-worth-it-to-move-to-hawaii\" title=\"Is it worth it to move to Hawaii?\">Is it worth it to move to 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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#how-can-i-move-to-hawaii-without-a-job\" title=\"How can I move to Hawaii without a job?\">How can I move to Hawaii without a job?<\/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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#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-11\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#what-are-the-cons-of-living-in-hawaii\" title=\"What are the cons of living in Hawaii?\">What are the cons of living in Hawaii?<\/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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#is-hawaii-hard-to-live\" title=\"Is Hawaii hard to live?\">Is Hawaii hard to live?<\/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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#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-14\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#what-should-i-know-before-moving-to-hawaii\" title=\"What should I know before moving to Hawaii?\">What should I know before moving to Hawaii?<\/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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#how-do-i-prepare-to-move-to-hawaii\" title=\"How do I prepare to move to Hawaii?\">How do I prepare to move to 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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#can-i-just-move-to-hawaii\" title=\"Can I just move to Hawaii?\">Can I just move to 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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#do-you-need-a-car-to-live-in-hawaii\" title=\"Do you need a car to live in Hawaii?\">Do you need a car to live in Hawaii?<\/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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#what-is-the-average-living-wage-in-hawaii\" title=\"What is the average living wage in Hawaii?\">What is the average living wage in 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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#how-much-is-basic-rent-in-hawaii\" title=\"How much is basic rent in Hawaii?\">How much is basic rent in 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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#how-much-is-a-gallon-of-milk-in-hawaii\" title=\"How much is a gallon of milk in Hawaii?\">How much is a gallon of milk in Hawaii?<\/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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#can-you-live-in-hawaii-on-social-security\" title=\"Can you live in Hawaii on Social Security?\">Can you live in Hawaii on Social Security?<\/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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#is-retirement-income-taxed-in-hawaii\" title=\"Is retirement income taxed in Hawaii?\">Is retirement income taxed in Hawaii?<\/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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#what-is-hawaii-retirement-age\" title=\"What is Hawaii retirement age?\">What is Hawaii retirement age?<\/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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#what-is-the-cheapest-way-to-move-to-hawaii\" title=\"What is the cheapest way to move to Hawaii?\">What is the cheapest way to move to 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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#can-you-live-cheap-in-hawaii\" title=\"Can you live cheap in Hawaii?\">Can you live cheap in Hawaii?<\/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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#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-27\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/what-are-the-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#is-it-worth-buying-a-condo-in-hawaii\" title=\"Is it worth buying a condo in Hawaii?\">Is it worth buying a condo 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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#how-much-would-it-cost-to-retire-in-hawaii\" title=\"How much would it cost to retire in Hawaii?\">How much would it cost to retire 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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#is-housing-in-hawaii-expensive\" title=\"Is housing in Hawaii expensive?\">Is housing in Hawaii expensive?<\/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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#are-taxes-high-in-hawaii\" title=\"Are taxes high in Hawaii?\">Are taxes high in 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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#how-much-is-a-gallon-of-gas-in-hawaii\" title=\"How much is a gallon of gas in Hawaii?\">How much is a gallon of gas 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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#is-hawaii-more-expensive-than-florida\" title=\"Is Hawaii more expensive than Florida?\">Is Hawaii more expensive than Florida?<\/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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#is-it-more-expensive-to-live-in-california-or-hawaii\" title=\"Is it more expensive to live in California or Hawaii?\">Is it more expensive to live in California or 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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#is-the-water-warmer-in-hawaii-or-florida\" title=\"Is the water warmer in Hawaii or Florida?\">Is the water warmer in Hawaii or Florida?<\/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-expenses-in-moving-to-hawaii\/#whats-cheaper-miami-or-hawaii\" title=\"Whats cheaper Miami or Hawaii?\">Whats cheaper Miami or Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-much-does-it-cost-to-move-all-your-stuff-to-hawaii\"><\/span>How much does it cost to move all your stuff to Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cost for a full-service move of a 20\u2032 container from the LA area to Oahu: starting at ~$9000. Cost for a full-service move of a 40\u2032 container from the LA area to Oahu: starting at ~$13,000.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-it-expensive-to-move-and-live-hawaii\"><\/span>Is it expensive to move and live Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The cost of living in Hawaii is among the highest in the nation. In fact, by some calculations, Hawaii is the most expensive state in the U.. If you&#8217;re considering packing your bags for Hawaii, we&#8217;ll give you a run-down of the real cost of moving to paradise.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-much-monthly-income-do-you-need-to-live-in-hawaii\"><\/span>How much monthly income do you need to live in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The average income needed to live comfortably in Hawaii, based on the expenses outlined above, is $122,000 for a family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children). In this scenario, each adult would need to consistently earn at an hourly rate of $17.70.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-much-money-do-you-need-to-live-comfortably-in-hawaii\"><\/span>How much money do you need to live comfortably in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To live comfortably in Hawaii, you&#8217;d need a salary of over $122,000, as of late.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-it-hard-to-find-a-job-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Is it hard to find 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=\"which-is-the-cheapest-hawaiian-island-to-live-on\"><\/span>Which is the cheapest Hawaiian island to live on?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Big Island<\/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=\"is-it-worth-it-to-move-to-hawaii\"><\/span>Is it worth it to move to Hawaii?<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=\"how-can-i-move-to-hawaii-without-a-job\"><\/span>How can I 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..The most popular ones are as follows:<\/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=\"what-are-the-cons-of-living-in-hawaii\"><\/span>What are the cons 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=\"is-hawaii-hard-to-live\"><\/span>Is Hawaii hard to live?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your move is an exciting and fun time, but it should also be one that&#8217;s done with caution and realistic expectations, or else you may be one of the hundreds who move back to the mainland each year. Hawaii is paradise for many reasons, but it&#8217;s also a difficult place to live for most because of the economy.<\/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 <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 from watering their lawns, washing cars, irrigation and other nonessential activities.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-should-i-know-before-moving-to-hawaii\"><\/span>What should I know before moving to Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Cost of Living is High. The cost of living in Hawaii is high&#8230; Hawaii is Surrounded By Wildlife&#8230; Traffic Can Be Brutal&#8230; The Sunset Will Blow Your Mind&#8230; Surfing is Harder Than it Looks&#8230; Nature Gives and Nature Takes&#8230; The Dress Code is Almost Always Casual&#8230; Moving With Pets is Tough.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-do-i-prepare-to-move-to-hawaii\"><\/span>How do I prepare to move to Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>10 Simple Tips for Moving to Hawaii<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can-i-just-move-to-hawaii\"><\/span>Can I just 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 move to Hawaii. Legally, it&#8217;s just like moving to any other state.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"do-you-need-a-car-to-live-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Do you need a car to live in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Honolulu may have a high cost of living compared to other cities and states, but it&#8217;s got one significant thing going for it: you can live anywhere in Honolulu without a car.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-the-average-living-wage-in-hawaii\"><\/span>What is the average living wage in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Living Wage Calculation for Honolulu County, Hawaii<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-much-is-basic-rent-in-hawaii\"><\/span>How much is basic rent in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The average rent in Hawaii varies from one location to another. Data from NeighborhoodScout is $2,413 per month while the median home value is $672, 429. In Oahu and Honolulu, bedroom apartments can go for $1,743 on average. A studio in Oahu can cost about $1,670 while Waikiki can range from $1400 to $1700.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-much-is-a-gallon-of-milk-in-hawaii\"><\/span>How much is a gallon of milk in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For example, a gallon of whole milk on O\u02bbahu can be $9 \u2013 the cheapest at Costco or Sam&#8217;s Club for around $5 a gallon. Broccoli is at $3.79 a pound, bulk carrots at $3.49 a pound. And yes, while buying local is encouraged, the cost of Hawai\u02bbi grown mangos are at about $6.99 a pound.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can-you-live-in-hawaii-on-social-security\"><\/span>Can you live in Hawaii on Social Security?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you become disabled and live in Hawaii, you may be eligible for Social Security disability benefits, including Social Security Disability <a href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/im-moving-to-hawaii-how-do-i-get-medical-insurance\/\" title=\"Im moving to hawaii. how do i get medical insurance\">Insurance<\/a> (SSDI) and\/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-retirement-income-taxed-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Is retirement income taxed in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Retirement distributions from a private or public pension plan are tax-free in Hawaii\u2014that is, as long as you didn&#8217;t make contributions to the plan. You will be taxed on any portion of your pension income attributable to employee contributions you made.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-hawaii-retirement-age\"><\/span>What is Hawaii retirement age?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The full retirement age is 66 if you were born from 1943 to 1954. The full retirement age increases gradually if you were born from 1955 to 1960 until it reaches 67. For anyone born 1960 or later, full retirement benefits are payable at age 67.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-the-cheapest-way-to-move-to-hawaii\"><\/span>What is the cheapest way to move to Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ways to save money when moving your belongings to Hawaii include:<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can-you-live-cheap-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Can you live cheap in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While it is true that most things cost 30% percent more than the US average, and that this is considered to be the most expensive state to reside in, it is possible to find spots that are much more affordable than you&#8217;d expect. So the answer is yes, you can live in HI without going broke.<\/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=\"is-it-worth-buying-a-condo-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Is it worth buying a condo in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ultra-cool amenities, such as pools, tennis courts, gym facilities, even upscale perks like restaurants and spas, and great locations for a fraction of the price of a single-family home &#8211; these are just some of the many characteristics that make up the best parts of the \u201ccondo lifestyle.\u201d When buying a condo in the..<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-much-would-it-cost-to-retire-in-hawaii\"><\/span>How much would it cost to retire in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hawaii. The average annual retirement income in Hawaii is $119,004 to live comfortably. Hawaii&#8217;s average retirement age is on the older side at 66 years; however, it has the highest life expectancy of any U.. state at 81.. To live comfortably in this period, one would need to save $1.84 million before retiring..<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-housing-in-hawaii-expensive\"><\/span>Is housing in Hawaii expensive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The median cost for a single-family home in Hawaii is over $1 million, making Hawaii the most expensive in the nation for housing. It is why many residents live with roommates or multiple generations of families \u2014 or are leaving the state altogether.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"are-taxes-high-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Are taxes high in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hawaii has a 4.00 percent state sales tax rate, a 0.50 percent max local sales tax rate, and an average combined state and local sales tax rate of 4.44 percent. Hawaii&#8217;s tax system ranks 41st overall on our 2022 State Business Tax Climate Index.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-much-is-a-gallon-of-gas-in-hawaii\"><\/span>How much is a gallon of gas in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hawaii average gas prices<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-hawaii-more-expensive-than-florida\"><\/span>Is Hawaii more expensive than Florida?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hawaii is 27.4% more expensive than Florida.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-it-more-expensive-to-live-in-california-or-hawaii\"><\/span>Is it more expensive to live in California or Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are the 10 states with the highest cost index: Hawaii (193.3) New York (148.2) California (142.2)<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-the-water-warmer-in-hawaii-or-florida\"><\/span>Is the water warmer in Hawaii or Florida?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In Miami Beach, water temps average as low as 71\u00b0F and as high as 86\u00b0F. In comparison to Hawaii, Miami&#8217;s water temperatures dip lower than Hawaii&#8217;s in the winter, but are a bit warmer in the summer. For a look at other coastal temperatures, see this link to the NOAA data.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"whats-cheaper-miami-or-hawaii\"><\/span>Whats cheaper Miami or Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Miami and Honolulu, we can see that Honolulu is more expensive. And not only is Miami much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Miami would let you spend less money overall.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How much does it cost to move all your stuff to Hawaii? Cost for a full-service move of a 20\u2032 container from the LA area to Oahu: starting at ~$9000. Cost for a full-service move of a 40\u2032 container from the LA area to Oahu: starting at ~$13,000. 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