Living In Hawaii

The cost of living in Honolulu is equivalent to other popular major metropolitan areas.

Housing:

Housing expenses are quite variable depending on individual preferences.  An average one-bedroom apartment rents for $700 - $900 per month.  A two to 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.

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 about $863 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.

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