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State-to-State Guide

Moving from New Jersey to Hawaii

Compare cost of living, taxes, housing, and find the best moving companies for your New Jersey to Hawaii move.

Quick Comparison

Leaving New Jersey

Population9.3M
State Income Tax1.4%-10.75%
Avg Home Price$470,000
Avg Rent$1,700/mo
Property Tax Rate2.49%
DESTINATION

Moving to Hawaii

Population1.5M
State Income Tax1.4%-11%
Avg Home Price$850,000
Avg Rent$2,200/mo
Property Tax Rate0.28%

Why Are People Moving from New Jersey to Hawaii?

The migration corridor between New Jersey and Hawaii is a popular interstate move. Thousands of households explore this route every year.

Cost of Living: The cost of living in Hawaii is higher than New Jersey, but many movers find the tradeoffs worthwhile. Housing in Hawaii costs about $380,000 more on average, so budget accordingly.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Hawaii average 72°F, compared to 32°F in New Jersey.

Jobs & Industry: Hawaii's key industries include Tourism, Military, Agriculture, which attract professionals from New Jersey's Pharmaceuticals and Finance sectors.

Popular City-to-City Routes

No specific city-to-city routes are currently listed for this state pair. Check back soon or explore our Route Directory.

Cities in New Jersey

Elizabeth
Jersey City
Newark
Paterson
Trenton

Cities in Hawaii

Other Major Cities

Hilo
Kailua
Pearl City

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1000 miles between New Jersey and Hawaii:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,300
3–4 BR Home
$3,200

Estimates based on typical full-service interstate moves. Actual costs vary.

New JerseyHawaii Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a Hawaii driver's license within 30 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Hawaii within 30 days.

Voter Registration

Update your voter registration to Hawaii after establishing residency. You can typically register at your local DMV or online.

Vehicle Inspection

Hawaii vehicle inspection requirement: Required annually.

Things to Know About Hawaii

  • Cost of living is the highest in the US
  • Most goods are shipped in, making groceries expensive
  • Vehicle safety inspections are required every year

What's Different: New Jersey vs Hawaii

Taxes

New Jersey Income Tax:1.4%-10.75%
Hawaii Income Tax:1.4%-11%
New Jersey Property Tax:2.49%
Hawaii Property Tax:0.28%

Weather

New Jersey Summer Avg:84°F
Hawaii Summer Avg:85°F
New Jersey Winter Avg:32°F
Hawaii Winter Avg:72°F

Cost of Living

New Jersey COL Index:125
Hawaii COL Index:192
New Jersey Avg Home Price:$470,000
Hawaii Avg Home Price:$850,000
New Jersey Avg Rent:$1,700/mo
Hawaii Avg Rent:$2,200/mo

Ready to make the move to Hawaii?

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