Ewa Beach, HI vs Waimanalo, HI

Waimanalo is moderately more affordable than Ewa Beach, with a 14.6% lower cost of living index. Ewa Beach scores 174 compared to 152 for Waimanalo, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Ewa Beach can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Ewa Beach is $2,554/month compared to $1,786/month in Waimanalo — a 43% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Waimanalo has cheaper rent, Ewa Beach actually has lower median home values ($698,200 vs $711,800).

Median household income in Ewa Beach is $124,958 compared to $114,896 in Waimanalo (+8.8%). The higher salaries in Ewa Beach partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Ewa Beach spend roughly 24.5% of their income on rent, more than the 18.7% in Waimanalo.