Hawaii to Colorado Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Hawaii to Colorado

ConsHawaii

• High cost of living
• Limited job market
• Isolation from mainland
• Vulnerable to hurricanes

ProsColorado

• Affordable housing
• More job opportunities
• Proximity to major U.S. cities
• Four distinct seasons

---

Colorado

• Cold winters
• No beaches
• Less cultural diversity
• Faster-paced living

Hawaii

• Tropical climate
• Beautiful beaches
• Rich island culture
• Laid-back lifestyle

Pros of moving from Hawaii to Colorado

• Say goodbye to the high cost of living and hello to affordable housing
• Look forward to moving away from the limited job market and moving to Colorado with more job opportunities
• Swap the isolation from the mainland of Hawaii for proximity to major U.S. cities in Colorado
• Get ready for four distinct seasons in Colorado

Cons of moving from Hawaii to Colorado

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the tropical climate in Hawaii to live with the cold winters in Colorado
• You'll lose out on the pro of beautiful beaches and have to settle for the con of no beaches
• Time to bid farewell to the rich island culture and get used to less cultural diversity in Colorado
• Swap the laid-back lifestyle for faster-paced living

Hawaii vs. Colorado: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Hawaii to Colorado, you will be trading the iconic Poke of Hawaii for the equally delicious Rocky Mountain Oysters of Colorado. And while the locals in Hawaii rave about their flavorful Kalua Pig and sumptuous Spam Musubi, Colorado residents know they have tasty Bison Steak and Breakfast Burrito to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Laulau (Vegan Version) they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Quinoa Salad of Colorado. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Hawaii eateries like Helena's Hawaiian Food, Leonard's Bakery, and Highway Inn. After the boxes are unpacked in Colorado, don't wait too long before making your way to Colorado's acclaimed eateries like The Buckhorn Exchange, Beau Jo's Pizza, and Snooze an A.M. Eatery.

When comparing lifestyles, Colorado shows a greater emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Hawaii. Food truck fans will discover a greater selection in Colorado compared to what you are used to in Hawaii. Also, the overall foodie scene is more bustling in Colorado.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Hawaii and Colorado

• The Plantation and Modern architecture that Hawaii is known for will be replaced with the Ranch and Mountain Modern architecture typical of Colorado.
• Compared to Hawaii's real estate listings that commonly reference views and lanai, Colorado real estate listings often highlight features like views and garages.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away. Colorado is less walkable than Hawaii.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Colorado is more bike-friendly than Hawaii.
• Colorado has less of an urban feel than Hawaii.
• Colorado housing costs are 36% less expensive than they are in Hawaii, with a median home price of $549,126 compared to Hawaii’s $858,106.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Colorado have increased by 40% compared to a 38% increase in Hawaii.
• Rent in Colorado is 30.89% more affordable than in Hawaii.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Hawaii and Colorado

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Hawaii to Colorado. Colorado gets 8% more sunshine days than Hawaii.
• Colorado has lower humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Hawaii.
• Say goodbye to the possible hurricanes and tsunamis in Hawaii, but be on the lookout for potential wildfires and blizzards in Colorado.
• The average summer high temperature in Colorado is 1 degree warmer than in Hawaii.
• The average winter lows are 46 degrees colder than they are in Hawaii.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Colorado. Colorado receives 46 fewer inches of rain compared to Hawaii.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Hawaii and Colorado

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Colorado tend to earn about 3% less than those in Hawaii
• The COLI in Colorado is 41% lower than what you are used to living in Hawaii
• The state income tax in CO is 4.55% compared to 1.4% to 11% in HI
• The affluence in Colorado is moderate compared to moderate affluence in Hawaii
• The poverty level is moderate in Colorado compared to significant poverty in Hawaii
• In terms of homelessness, it is high in Hawaii and moderate in Colorado

Political and Religious Climate in Hawaii vs. Colorado

• Hawaii tends to lean consistently Democratic in its political climate
• Colorado, on the other hand, is often described as once a classic swing state, now often leaning Democratic statewide with its governor and U.S. senators, but maintaining competitive districts and a mix of viewpoints across regions
• Colorado's religious environment can be described as having a broad Christian presence, including Evangelical, Mainline Protestant, and Catholic, along with a large unaffiliated population. Metro areas host growing Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist, and Hindu communities, with active faith-based civic engagement
• Hawaii's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as a diverse mix with many unaffiliated residents. Christian denominations are present alongside notable Buddhist and Shinto communities, and faith traditions often intersect with local culture