Cost of Living in Tiki Gardens, HI

With a cost of living index of 103, Tiki Gardens, HI is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 3% more expensive than the national average and 55% below the Hawaii state average of 157. Tiki Gardens is a small community of 362 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Tiki Gardens's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,363 (3% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $277,300 (9% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 12.9x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Tiki Gardens is $21,546, which is 71% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 76% 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.