How Much Money in Hawaii To Live Comfortable

[@Jeannified]

Rent is way higher here in San Diego. Good for all of you who want to move to Hawaii! Hawaii is beautiful!

[@davyrockxx1563]

To live comfortable in Hawaii: -Kauai $3,000,000 -Oahu $3,000,000,000,000 - Maui $2,000,000 -Big Island $500

[@juandiegas8211]

Oahu - average rent $1810, average wage $1519. That's becoming the main problem in much the US (and many other places these days.)

[@omar30rod]

A decent small 2 bedroom apartment in Oahu is arround $1800/month now in 2019

[@chynarocker1237]

Denver Co is the same

[@philipdoyle3155]

We are looking at living costs on Oahu versus what we pay here in North County San Diego, we pay $2850 for a 3 bed townhome. Not much less (about $2400 for a 2 bedroom. Rent in Hawaii seems on par if not a little cheaper than this part of California.

[@TheRichie213]

I'd rather live in my car and keep the money!

[@KevinNordstrom]

@@TheRichie213 that's great until a hurricane

[@TheRealSmokahontas]

There are two-bedroom two-bathroom apartments here in Omaha Nebraska that are $2,000 a month in the higher end neighborhoods. There's one that's three bedrooms two bathrooms and 2400 a month. 😭

[@sie5221]

You are not being too friendly. I love listening to your videos. It really helps my depression and anxiety. You are a beautiful soul. It's hard for me to hear that people have said this to you. You are amazing just the way you are. Please do not change.

[@IslandHopperTV]

Thank you 😃

[@FlyinJMan]

"Why be homeless in New York when you can be homeless in Hawaii?" Exactly!

[@richardlewis8911]

I was on Oahu for my Thanksgiving vacation. I lucked up on lodging expenses considering my daughter is stationed there.I did a brief lodging expenses for rental and purchasing a home on the island. I didn’t find it any more expensive then my current state of Maryland. The only markup was really the food expense.

[@alisonhowton5506]

Richard Lewis I'm from DE and had looked into moving to Baltimore. These prices mimic those of Bmore EIGHT years ago! Except, of course, west Baltimore where stray bullets are a real fact of life...or were back then.

[@Deep_Dish]

I found in my research while i was there as well that cost of living woukd be comparable to Chicago where i reside

[@ellenw391]

I'm single & I shop Costco all the time. Don't you own a freezer?! Just cause you buy in bulk, doesn't mean you have to eat it all at once lolol.

[@overthemoon9941]

Ellen W this guy is too rambling with his info..clueless & who wants to get advise from homeless person regarding cost of living..omg...or why they r homeless!? Lol..nuts.

[@tonyalmodovar6878]

Tony from New York , how true common sense buy bulk save $

[@723lion]

How much are them water melon in Hawaii Costco?

[@JeffreyThomas]

You would need to be grossing no less than 80k per year to break even living in Honolulu. It's not worth it. Been there done that. The beach gets old and so does being broke.

[@alisonhowton5506]

Jeffrey Thomas The beach does not get old. Ever. I live in DE and one thing that I refuse to forgo while relocating someplace warmer, is the beach. You simply aren't a true lover of the beach. That's ok, but your opinion regarding it getting old is simply relative to YOU.

[@iamknosound]

Wise words here. Mahalo.

[@KevinNordstrom]

@@alisonhowton5506 well study shows it does get old. Most people who live in one area stop going to those things. I know MANY people that live in Florida even on the coast that rarely if ever go to the beach anymore. There's a reason why people from the south want to go north a d north want to go south. We as humans as we age want some form of change. The majority of people like travel and different experiences. Everything after a while gets old. Doesn't mean it ever gets boring to everyone it just gets old and most people want something new. You can be happy anywhere . You could also be unhappy anywhere , including Hawaii. Being broke and poor and working till you're 70 or dead would suck. There is no middle class in Hawaii. You are either ultra rich..., A business owner, childless,...or you are one emergency from getting behind on your mortgage or rent. That's no way to live your golden years.

[@bradfoust50]

Fyi I live on kona side big island, and you are gonna have to sacrifice a lot on a place to live for $1150 a month , I'd say average rent on kona side is more like $1500 a month. Now if you live down in ocean view you can definitely get a place under a grand a month. Also Hawaii has high tax on rent. But your spot on with pretty much everything Jeff. Nice vid

[@JiggyC]

goal is to move to Hawaii in about a year and half with wife and kid. plan is to at least have $50k-70k in savings, have no debt at all and live more of a simple life. the rat race has gotten to me and would like the "island life" and if it doesn't work out then just come back to the mainland. better to try and fail than not try at all. thanks for the videos.

[@jasonlittle4457]

i live on the big island and one thing that drove costs up and was a hidden thing was lack of choices.

[@JarisJ_]

Jiggy C. I have the same goal except I'm 19 single and don't make alot of money but hey its better to try and fail

[@jasonlittle4457]

lots of people your age come here when they can't get a job they end up at uncle roberts in a tent it's hot on those rocks.

[@JarisJ_]

jason little ya that's why I'm researching like crazy and plan to save for a year or two before I move. Plus I work at FedEx and they have a transfer program so I'm looking to see if there's a fedex in Hawaii I can transfer to. That way I'll already have job before I move there

[@jasonlittle4457]

good it's hard cause locals take those jobs there really hard to find.good luck

[@mrmr8135]

When quoting vehicle registration costs I think you mentioned the rate as being a monthly expense rather than annual.

[@KiaMatey]

Thank you again! This video gave me a more realistic scenario, helping me consider the job offers that I am applying to! Have a good sunny day

[@SomeUrbanNinja]

There was an elderly couple in Maui offering their place for 100 a month, and you just help take care of the couple, their dogs, and be on call. Can do! Their home is already furnished with TV and Internet, you pay 100 for the utilities.. and they said that you also have to pay your own phone bill. But you're essentially getting a free house with over 1000 books movies and games in their library, pets, etc.

[@Austin.D]

That sounds too good to be true

[@J.C.1]

🤔 Sounds like a live in caregiver job to me... ijs

[@marshallbrowne5371]

Good figures. I have live in Kealakekua for 14yrs. Costco helps a lot.

[@prettylittlephotons]

Marshall Browne Good to know! 👍

[@csdredge9748]

Wow! I did not expect it to be less then where I live. Great info thanks for sharing.

[@dgale1023]

Thank you for helping people really figure it out if Hawaii is a good fit for them. I live in California and have all my life and have the ability to make a good income to spend there and other places. I don't think I would be as fortunate in Hawaii. Beautiful as it is I can always come back

[@rcamacho66]

This is the second time I watch this video, very good information. I plan on buying a house instead of renting. Keep up the great work!

[@mikesounds3827]

Can I rent a room from you? XD XD

[@sheriffderek5333]

Sounds about the same as LA, if not cheaper. Is that $1200 for a room in a house or a 1 bedroom apartment?

[@worldtraveler8372]

Thank You for your act of service in taking the time to produce this video.

[@CarynConnolly]

There’s not a lot on the Big Island to do. There are a lot of lava rocks and not a lot of sandy beaches.

[@raymonddeflaviis2306]

I thought the Big Island was awesome 😎 Black sand beach. Granted, Oahu has the kind of beaches, you like. But Puna was wonderful, except for the phoney baloney neo - hippie types.

[@stephenodell3861]

the reason that is higher on Hawaii is because we are in the middle of the seas and every thing is shipped in so this produces a self fulfilling prophecy. there is only one company that ship between Islands there no fairies and you have to fly between islands. It is not like being in the mainland. Lanai are higher because they get a shipment once a week. His price is about what I go threw in a month. people who come here and look for work have it rough. Here in Waipahu the streets are hard to get around because there so many cars parked on them, many times there is extended family living in the house to maybe three generations. On Oahu there a lot of condos going up but they are in the upper price range. There is a move to get as much land in to growing food. Lanai is mostly empty land because they do not grow the pineapples there like the did in times past. You noticed that he did not talk about the price of houses, they are hard to find. I hope that this fills in some.

[@overthemoon9941]

Stephen Odell u had better info on cost than this guy. I lost it when he said had no idea why some things r higher...seriously??? U are an island...shipping costs...lol

[@vla179]

I am renting a small duplex in DFW area, TX for $1100 plus all the bills around $250 a month, plus car insurance I have the cheapest liability $50 a month and cell phone $40 a month. seems like prices are very similar in Hawaii 😊 I was just once in Hawaii and I would love to move there after my doctorate.... so still 2-3 years in Texas. thank you for your video!

[@luisgiles9955]

Not really

[@bradchoi9679]

As a 62 year resident of Hawaii, I can tell you that what he is saying (at around the 13 minute mark) about having a reserve fund is CRITICAL. If you're planning to move here, make sure you have at least a low five figure savings account. This will be your emergency fund, and set a condition that when it drops down to half, time to go back. The lure of "paradise" is a powerful thing, but it can very quickly become a trap from which you can't escape. Be smart. Bide your time, save your money, line up employment and housing BEFORE you get on the plane, and have a concrete escape plan!

[@tonyalmodovar6878]

Tony from New York , I hear that better weather than New York fuck the cold

[@Ramiro-k8f]

It's the same thing here in Chicago in northside Lincoln Park 1-bedroom is and $1,500 a month ........

[@NadineSells4U]

Dude, you are always very realistic and truthful. Jeff, we sit around and listen to all the names of the cities and just crack up. I just don't know how I will ever get use to those Hawaii'in names.

[@imcopper]

Just tell "some ppl" to mind their own videos,, ur fans knows ur great in all u say !! Ty !!

[@u2sux69]

Headed to big island in Sept. Looking for property in the Hilo area.

[@sweetmslovinglife]

He’s keeping it real for you. Always listen to those who will give you the truth and not sugar coated gumdrops.

[@bree5609]

Thank you for making these videos. They are very informational. I really appreciate these and look forward to more of your videos. One day I plan to move to Hawaii and it really helps to have all these insights. :)

[@SimpDetector-rg5ve]

Bree did you ever make it?

[@alsaves4435]

I enjoyed living in Hawaii back in 1970s for 6 years, it was fabulous and cheap. After a bit,it started to be strict and expensive and vacations there from Santa Barbara seemed like un-paradise from my stay there. Long story short I moved to Madagascar 17 years ago and it seems like Hawaii back 100 years ago in black and white photos people here are also Polynesian back ground about 1900 years ago. Interesting to learn how much life there has changed---Costco!!! Walmart!!! No fast food places here not even one.

[@madman026]

lived there for years bare minimum is about 90k a year to live comfy but if you live like a pleb about 48k a year after awhile thou it just got to me i sold my house and moved back to main land

[@readingswithregina]

you need a vehicle on Maui :)! Unless you want to hitchhike everywhere which many people do... and... unless you just want to and are happy to stay in that area where you live... Just to give a real example - public transportation - from where I live - takes me 15 min. to drive with a car, to get to the closest bus station... that would be - 1 hr or more walk... :)... it is also where the closest store is... that's like half a day trip just to grocery store without vehicle :)... Not to discard the info you gave because your other info is pretty spot on and applies to Maui too :)...

[@hellosunshine2085]

Damn, everything you said is so true. I live in Hilo too. Working 2 jobs day and night just to pay the essentials. Rent, car note, electric, etc…..

[@mikehunt545]

Houses with all the rooms rented out are extremely common on Oahu. $700-$1000 can get a decent room with utilities included. $900 for a moped to get around really don't think it's as expensive as some people think it is (or at least doesn't need to be.)

[@robertcharles9604]

Quite accurate with majority of points covered. Depending on the type of work you will be doing a car is critical on most islands. If you can work near where you live and are single then you can get away with moped, bike, bus, etc. A vehicle on island is usually the life blood of improving your job status, place of residence, touring, moving, etc. You can find cheap vehicles on island but recommend paying reputable mechanic to go over it for major problems (automatic transmission and head gaskets issues) . One thing not mentioned was the difference of living at sea level as opposed to upcountry. There are pros and cons to both locations but typically the higher elevations come with a cost.

[@enchantedtherapeutics3106]

we saw a guy with crutches pan handling on the corner with his bike behind him that he rode off on. lol. they have so many tactics. nice video! living in oahu comfortably with a car 5000 per person average

[@guyscratton6749]

Brah!,I'm on crutches /wheelchair. I can't walk far,but I can cycle 5 miles.

[@philipdoyle3155]

Bahahahah! 🤣

[@thomasmccallister4010]

Love your honesty and videos! Please keep them coming,

[@SuiGenerisAbbie]

Absolutely!

[@dorothysue1]

The Big Island home prices are cheaper than Los Angeles!

[@enchantedtherapeutics3106]

lines for costco oahu are up to 30 cars long at times ...people wait hours for gas

[@deltadivajp]

Enchanted Therapeutics lines get long but I've never waited even an hour at costco...on Oahu..in town.

[@RicherThanIeverbeen]

Thanks for these great island videos. I'll check out the big island in 2021

[@SomeUrbanNinja]

found places about 750 to 900 in Maui. I already have a 900 per month disability check... all I gotta do is work for food.

[@Planetachris]

This could be a problem if you work in retail but it is also everywhere in the US, unless you have a degree, otherwise, you are pretty much screw anywhere you live. I always though that Hawaii was skyrock expensive but in New York, rents go for around 2gs in decent areas, Chicago the same way. I pay almost 300 to keep my small home warm during winter time, wish it could be up to 9 months and electrical bill goes for around 100, we pay for a lot of stupid taxes in Illinois. So, I guess I been lied about prices in Hawaii, with my nursing degree I guess I could do just fine.

[@passthatcouture]

I really like your videos. Very informative

[@IslandHopperTV]

Laura DiFilippo thank you

[@krystenchambers7748]

This is exactly what I pay here in Lakewood Ohio suburb of Cleveland.

[@janelles708]

Thank you. Great info. I'm watching so many different people, trying to get an accurate idea of island life. I'm giving it some serious thought. *subscribed*

[@AliveWithPassion]

Cheaper than NYC!

[@etamika]

As a New Yorker, that's also what I was thinking!

[@thelush7288]

I was thinking this too. I live in NJ and it cheaper than Jersey.

[@midnightcat6116]

The rent there is great! I live in manhattan in a small studio for $2,100/month. With the finder’s fee it is $2,300 for the first month and will go up a percentage the following year 😵

[@tonyalmodovar6878]

Live in New York city that is so true cheaper in Oahu

[@Mariko479]

People don’t understand that Hawaii is expensive. Locals in Hawaii dont want the rat race lifestyle but is forced to have to live that way because Hawaii is desirable. New York city is a rat race, just like any other major cities in the world. At least hawaii has the beauty and that’s priceless.

[@methedivamethediva7840]

Best video ever. Don't let them make you mad. Keep up the good work.

[@megsterchick5]

With the job that I’m shooting for if I decide to live on Oahu, I will be making $5,000 a month, so this cleared up some of my questions!

[@lilchevy401]

on the big island average room for rent is 250

[@JarisJ_]

Survivalistonabike really is that every where or on the big Island? right now in Illinois I pay 500 for a room

[@raymonddeflaviis2306]

Wow.... another great video. You put out good content. I lived on Oahu for 13 years. From 1989 - 2003. You don't want to know what I lived on. Things were pretty grim. But I made some good friends. The tap water was great. And healthy food choices were plenty- ful. Can't beat the views. I finally got tired of the racism against Whites. After I got my head split by 5 local mooks, just for some jewelry, I had finally had it. But I was living on the bottom rail. So my views are probably skewed.

[@decoyaardvark2828]

His price quote for cost of living is the exact same as me living in Georgia lol

[@faithkings310]

Will Lynch yep that's what the prices here are like now. Which is sad because you can mortgage a home for $1,200 here, Atl just drives me crazy that we aren't close to the beach.

[@richardlewis8911]

I said the same thing and I live in Maryland.

[@overthemoon9941]

DecoyAardvark this guy is awkward and clueless on actual relocation costs

[@adanaryjacques7776]

I'm not done watching but I'm assuming numbers are based on single life. Figures increase for a couple or family... It would certainly be a challenge to adjust to but even my teenager is prepared for a more modest life in Hawaii. Abundance doesn't always mean things, luxuries or $$. Getting our ducks in a row, sooner than later we will be there🍍!

[@Vinegarissweet]

Same for Dallas TX. I don't think this is accurate. I know the cost of living is higher in Hawaii.

[@sunnyinwaikiki9904]

we have Niki bikes you can rent daily..and there stationed on every 4 blocks or so..

[@15ritolaj]

Exactly what I wanted to know👌 thanks for the info

[@CarynConnolly]

Local people work at the Walmart and Target though. I never hear people acknowledge that.

[@Thunderstar25]

Thats how I'm able to come to the big island is by living with my ohana. As long as I'm willing to buy beers at Quinn's periodically.

[@Carolina-222]

I was just in Costco Maui. Costco prices pretty much the same as mainland but with a almost 14% tax on everything you buy.

[@overthemoon9941]

Vanessa Rey and this goofy guy, lol, didn’t even mention the high tax..

[@johndigioia8161]

Most of those prices are similar to here in RI. Maybe not milk, and gas is a dollar more there but it's do-able for me!

[@garytremolo4546]

Love your videos! Thank you, keep up the good work! :)

[@anniesalchemy8721]

Hawaii gets some massive tsunami warnings, it’s scary. Weather is a consideration to think about in the winter due to heavy rain, and in some areas, actually get snow in higher elevations. I would not want to be a homeless individual here in Hawaii.

[@CarynConnolly]

Woah, that is a lot per month to register a car. I thought it was a lot in Vermont to pay about $80 per year.

[@HealthglowsNet]

Hi! Thank you for this video. I was thinking of going to Hilo, but I am open to hear about other options. I want a place: where one is able to get around on a bike Good and reasonably affordable fruit Beautiful environment Safeness Nice ppl Many thanks in advance!

[@lydiarasputina2617]

By the way, thank u a lot for this channel that u have, helped a lot

[@theodorearaujo971]

You mention the cost of a car. When I lived there they added $5,000.00 for a new car because it was in Hawaii.

[@pizzapizza4991]

Great stuff as always! I notice your subscriber count is rising steadily. Keep up the good work!

[@MrChagabi]

Thanks for your candid review of Hawaii. I grew up in Honolulu, but left as a teen. Have visited some of the other islands but for me the Big Island is like the idyllic “Old Hawaii” - but is slowly changing. For the young, if you can find an honest means of support then why not go for it? For the elder near retirement like me then other factors come into play, like Healthcare costs and insurance although Hawaii is considered a tax friendly state for retirees.

[@TheSWalks]

Good information - we are thinking of moving to the Big Island “some day.” The cost of living on the Big Island is definitely cheaper than where we live - on an island in the Puget Sound. My husband works with a few people from Hilo area, who left for the mainland to find jobs in their degree fields -they’ve said the same things you have.

[@rickswing8723]

I live on the Big Island and I pay zero in rent and utilities. And I live in a 4 bedroom house. You just have to know the secret to survive here. And I’m not telling my secret. If you’re just trying to survive here, you have it all wrong. You can literally make bank here if you know how to hustle. The Big Island is a cash cow if know how to work it. If you want to enjoy the Big Island and cruise, it’s all yours. I do things outside the norm. So I profit from laziness and unorthodox hard work.

[@sergios9338]

I live in Austin Texas. I pay 1500 for rent. 120-150 per week on food (2 people) Phones 140 Insurance 140 I’m definitely going to Hawaii. Fuck living here.

[@JarisJ_]

this was a big help thanks for giving the reality of everything

[@mezula]

I like your videos very much.. .thanks for making them!

[@sdlonewolf]

The cost of of Hawaii is around San Diego from your video! I imagined it would be more. The most expensive place I have seen is San Francisco and Manhattan in The U.S.

[@adelsawaed6095]

Thank you for a realestic clues I moving from Los Angeles i think I'll be like even there..... How is it when you buying a condo?

[@guillaumebeaudet5334]

continue your great video it help a lot !!

[@rickeshpatel4025]

Wow compared to the Bay Area sooo much cheaper!! Of course I don’t expect the same job salaries and availabilities but still not bad.

[@cww180]

You mentioned monthly registration for the vehicle?

[@anthonywike8042]

Do you rent a property on the big island? little red cabin?

[@woofdogson1105]

how much are property taxes on big island?

[@barbararadle1680]

That’s about the same or less rent than in Austin, Texas now that it has gone global You can make it in Hawaii. Plug in to the Aloha spirit! Don’t let the FEAR of COL stop you! It is the end of the earth and the beginning of it at the same time. When I returned to Austin I almost cried and was shocked at where oh where did the Ocean go? No more impromptu pulling over to take a walk by the ocean. I did not want to leave and I have longed to return since the day I left.

[@chucknorris3415]

What is your advise on townhomes, the ones where they turned hotel rooms into homes? I see they are pretty cheap, from 30k and up. Some looked pretty nice in the 100K mark, but not sure on the area. Looks like it would be cheaper to go that way than to rent. Any advise would do. Thanks for you time and as always, great Vids

[@alieninbellingam]

Watch out for the condo maintenance fees as high as 500$ - $ 1000 per month!

[@kristoffliftoff9316]

What if you plan on fishing everyday?

[@daisyduke6495]

I'm in Hollywood Fl and planning to move back to The islands but this time Maui or Kauai although I love Big Island the most I dont like natural disaster's to much and the issues that it brings. My questions are which of the 2 islands listed above are more spiritual and friendly & for a single girl with pets to buy some acres that's not desolate and hot as a mofo.

[@therustyulua2173]

I’m paying $1800 for a huge master bedroom on the side of Diamond head crater.. with that said it’s cheaper to live on Oahu then Southern California🤙🏼

[@ericmckelvey1264]

Thank you for this! I've been trying to join Facebook pages etc in order to get some info. People have said there's no jobs unless I start my own business. I did have my own landscaping business for ten years but I'm in social work now. I just wanted to see what type of work I could look forward to. Also family members work in Pnc bank. Is there bank work there? I'm going to share this it's great. Thanks again

[@Ramiro-k8f]

P. S .. if you wanted to go living in Paradise you don't need to worry about how much it cost please

[@JarisJ_]

is there a place where biking is a good means of transportation? cuz that's what I do now, and I want to move to a spot like that before any other place regardless of money

[@GuillePozzi]

Where's the best place/web to search for home/condo rentals in hawaii?

[@Megagon10k]

My math shows $3,400.00

[@aniela83]

Great job with video. Keep posting. 👍 Mahalo

[@kehauscottage]

Why is everything so expensive? Everything is shipped in. What sux is The Jones Act. So anything coming from Asia has to pass Hawai'i go to the U.S. and then get shipped back this way.

[@frankenfoamy]

Long gas lines at all the Costcos in San Diego

[@narjitmankoo8478]

$2400 that's £1846 uk pounds, boy that's expensive and i find living in England expensive.

[@p33k75]

How can someone outside of the state find a job in Hawaii? Most online job offers only want people in state, and that makes me slightly nervous about trying to figure out how much money to save to get there, find a place and get a job. Do you have suggestions on that?

[@fatherthomas1575]

Crop worker seasonal work. Find bloggers in Hawaii that have chat boards. Many got their roots cropping ,living free in sharecropper bungalows on site , free meals and you make money. Knowing croppers many from other islands also makes friends in case you decide to live on a different isle. Yes it's work, but you will adapt to the environment ,or decide the islands ain't for you quickly.

[@brelaxed13]

$1,200 for rent? that sounds keep as hell. I am paying $2,400 in NY for a 1 bedroom...

[@TheRichie213]

Why waste your money like that?

[@Yuppie.Mike.]

2400. I spend more than that in New Mexico. I am moving

[@joannescholes3742]

Can one visit and live on MOLOAKI??

[@dafatmamavovo9632]

The poverty line for a family of 4 in Hawaii is 92k

[@sarbopricjen5125]

who would thumbs down this vid and why? I liked it.

[@lydiarasputina2617]

In your video you mentioned monthly vehicle registration fee, I looked it up, it was nearly. Was just a mistake or there are fees every month to have a vehicle?

[@Deep_Dish]

It was a misspoken word, registration is yearly in all 50 states