Waikapu, HI vs Waikele, HI

Waikapu, HI and Waikele, HI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.9% difference in their overall index. Waikapu scores 188 while Waikele scores 179 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Waikapu is $2,696/month compared to $2,739/month in Waikele — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Waikapu has cheaper rent, Waikele actually has lower median home values ($696,400 vs $837,700).

Median household income in Waikapu is $121,618 compared to $111,971 in Waikele (+8.6%). While Waikapu is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Waikapu spend roughly 26.6% of their income on rent, less than the 29.4% in Waikele.