The cost of living in Honolulu is equivalent to other popular major metropolitan areas. Housing expenses are quite variable depending on individual preferences.
Residents frequently share housing.
The classified sections of the city's two newspapers, Honolulu Advertiser and Honolulu Star-Bulletin . Due to the variable hours and the need to reach several different medical sites, reliable personal transportation is recommended. 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.