Cost of Living in Olinda, HI

With a cost of living index of 189, Olinda, HI is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. Living here is 89% more expensive than the national average and 32% above the Hawaii state average of 157. Olinda is a small community of 996 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Olinda's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,978 (50% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $1,114,700 (266% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 11.1x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Olinda is $100,096, which is 33% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 24% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. While incomes are above average, they do not fully offset the higher cost of living.

Everyday prices in the Kahului-Wailuku, HI (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced higher than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

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.