Waikoloa Village, HI vs Waimalu, HI

Waimalu is moderately more affordable than Waikoloa Village, with a 11.6% lower cost of living index. Waikoloa Village scores 162 compared to 145 for Waimalu, 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 $1,892/month in Waimalu — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Waimalu is more affordable at $597,700 median vs $674,100.

Median household income in Waikoloa Village is $92,713 compared to $89,016 in Waimalu (+4.2%). Waikoloa Village does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Waikoloa Village spend roughly 29.2% of their income on rent, more than the 25.5% in Waimalu.