Post #114808 by MauiTiki on Wed, Sep 15, 2004 9:35 PM

There is a whole lot we could be telling you, but basically the cost of living is very high and don't expect to buy a home here unless you've got a home on the mainland and you are selling it to downgrade for a hawaii home. The median single family home on Maui is over $500,000 and the jobs really don't pay all that well. Your best bet is starting your own business.

I rent a 2 bedroom 700 square foot cottage for $1,500 a month, to give you an idea of rent.

Don't believe everything Dangergirl says, it's not all that bad.

It really depends on which island you move to and what your standards of living are. If I were moving to Hawaii now (i've lived on Maui for 15 years) I'd choose the Big Island. It's got more going on than Kauai, but still not as crowded as Maui or Oahu. It's also much more affordable than Maui, or most parts of Oahu and Kauai.

If you really want to get away from it all, consider Lanai. Lots of hotel work and not a lot else. The ferry ride to Maui is only $25.

feel free to e-mail me if you have any specific questions.

(You'll get used to the rats, mongeese, roaches and centepedes)