The cost of living in Honolulu is comparable to other populous major metropolitan areas.

Housing

Housing expenses are quite variable depending on individual preferences.  An average one-bedroom apartment rents from $700-$900 per month.  A two or three-bedroom house may range from $1100-$1500 per month.  Residents frequently share housing.

We suggest the following websites for further information on housing:

http://www.rentalsillustrated.com

The classified sections of the city's two newspapers:

Honolulu Advertiser and Honolulu Star-Bulletin.

University of Hawaii Faculty Housing

Transportation

Due to the variable hours and the need to reach several different medical sites, reliable personal transportation is recommended.  Shipping a car from the west coast costs $900 via Matson Navigation.  Many residents find buying a used car, and selling it at the end of the year is more economical.

O'ahu also has an inexpensive, extensive and dependable bus system.  For bus schedules, routes and more information, log on to TheBus website.

Recomended Links:

Hawai'i Visitors and Conventions Bureau

Planet Hawai'i

Visiting Hawai'i

Living in Hawaii

O'ahu Visitor's Bureau