Hauula, HI vs Kaaawa, HI

Kaaawa is moderately more affordable than Hauula, with a 5.2% lower cost of living index. Hauula scores 184 compared to 175 for Kaaawa, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hauula can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hauula is $2,308/month compared to $1,871/month in Kaaawa — a 23% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Kaaawa has cheaper rent, Hauula actually has lower median home values ($915,800 vs $966,500).

Median household income in Hauula is $113,571 compared to $132,188 in Kaaawa (-14.1%). Kaaawa offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hauula spend roughly 24.4% of their income on rent, more than the 17% in Kaaawa.