Kauai County, HI Economy


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Kauai, HI County is a beautiful island located off the coast of Hawaii. This small county has much to offer, including two-bedroom rentals for $2,150 per month. It also has a higher grocery cost index than the national average at 168 versus the US norm of 100. Kauai is home to several well-known companies such as Kauai Coffee Company, Hawaii Cattle Company, and Kona Brewing Company. With its stunning natural vistas, high rental prices, and local businesses, Kauai stands out from other places in the US and offers something special that draws in visitors from around the world each year.

Kauai County has an unemployment rate of 13.0%. The US average is 6.0%.

Kauai County has seen the job market increase by 0.2% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 36.1%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Kauai County
- The Sales Tax Rate for Kauai County is 4.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Kauai County is 8.3%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Kauai County
- The average income of a Kauai County resident is $27,079 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Kauai County resident is $86,287 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyKauai, HawaiiUnited States
  136
  -17.6%-6.2%
  36.1%33.5%
  4.5%6.2%
  8.3%4.6%
  $35,351$37,638
  $86,287$69,021
  $97,460$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  2.7%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  7.8%6.8%
  2.0%10.0%
  1.3%2.5%
  11.4%11.0%
  4.9%4.8%
  1.2%0.8%
  0.8%1.9%
  2.0%4.7%
  3.7%1.9%
  3.7%7.6%
  0.1%0.1%
  5.6%4.2%
  7.9%9.3%
  9.8%14.0%
  4.2%2.1%
  18.8%7.0%
  5.1%4.8%
  6.8%4.7%
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