Posted 4/7/2024, 3:18:00 AM
Hawaii Food Prices Vary Dramatically by Location, with Low-Income Areas Seeing Significant Savings
- Food prices in Hawaii are 80% higher than national average, but vary widely by location on Oahu (Kalihi vs Aina Haina)
- Eggs are $11.79 in Kalihi store, $12.29 in same store's Aina Haina location
- McDonald's meal for family of 4 is $29.96 in Dillingham, $33.16 in Aina Hina, $38.96 in Waianae
- Price differences attributed to different operating costs like rent in various areas
- Inflation has caused goods costing $100 five years ago to now cost 40% more
