Cost of Living in Kekaha, HI

With a cost of living index of 147, Kekaha, HI is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. Living here is 47% more expensive than the national average and 10% below the Hawaii state average of 157. Kekaha is a small community of 3,482 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Kekaha's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $2,188 (66% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $516,800 (69% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 7.1x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Kekaha is $73,011, which is 3% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 36% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened.

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.