Cost of Living in Kahaluu-Keauhou, HI

With a cost of living index of 167, Kahaluu-Keauhou, HI is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. Living here is 67% more expensive than the national average and 10% above the Hawaii state average of 157. Kahaluu-Keauhou is a smaller community of 6,670 residents, where everyday costs can differ substantially from nearby larger cities.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Kahaluu-Keauhou's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $2,005 (52% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $830,600 (172% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 8.9x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Kahaluu-Keauhou is $93,594, which is 25% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 26% of household income on rent. This is near the 30% threshold that financial experts generally consider the upper limit of affordability. While incomes are above average, they do not fully offset the higher cost of living.

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.