Cost of Living in Ualapue, HI

With a cost of living index of 116, Ualapue, HI is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 16% more expensive than the national average and 41% below the Hawaii state average of 157. Ualapue is a small community of 490 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Ualapue's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,806 (37% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $291,700 (4% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.6x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Ualapue is $62,750, which is 16% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 35% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened.

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.