Waikoloa Village, HI vs Wailuku, HI

Wailuku is moderately more affordable than Waikoloa Village, with a 5% lower cost of living index. Waikoloa Village scores 162 compared to 155 for Wailuku, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Waikoloa Village can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Waikoloa Village is $2,259/month compared to $1,747/month in Wailuku — a 29% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wailuku has cheaper rent, Waikoloa Village actually has lower median home values ($674,100 vs $781,700).

Median household income in Waikoloa Village is $92,713 compared to $93,958 in Wailuku (-1.3%). Wailuku offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Waikoloa Village spend roughly 29.2% of their income on rent, more than the 22.3% in Wailuku.