Cost of Living in Hawaiian Beaches, HI

With a cost of living index of 108, Hawaiian Beaches, HI is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 8% more expensive than the national average and 49% below the Hawaii state average of 157. Hawaiian Beaches is a small community of 4,503 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Hawaiian Beaches's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,639 (24% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $247,500 (19% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 5.9x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Hawaiian Beaches is $42,154, which is 44% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 47% of household income on rent. This is well above the 30% affordability threshold, indicating a significant housing cost burden for many residents.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.