Kihei, HI Cost of Living


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Kihei cost of living score
160.2
More expensive
60.2% higher
than the US average
3.3% lower
than the Hawaii average
Kihei, Hawaii gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 160.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 60.2% higher than the U.S. average and 3.3% higher than the average for Hawaii.

Kihei, HI

Housing costs in Kihei?
A typical home costs $1,049,300, which is 210.4% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 31.1% more expensive than the average Hawaii home, at $800,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Kihei costs $2,390 per month, which is 67.1% more than the national average of $1,430 and 10.9% more than the state average of $2,130.

Can I afford Kihei?
To live comfortably in Kihei, Hawaii, a minimum annual income of $200,880 for a family, and $77,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Kihei?
The cost of living in Kihei, HI is relatively high compared to the rest of the US. The median home cost in Kihei is $831,000, which is nearly double the national median home price. Additionally, grocery and utility costs are slightly higher than most other similar-sized cities in the US. Despite these costs, Kihei is still very popular with tourists and locals alike due to its incredible beaches and tropical climate. All in all, while it may be more expensive than other cities across the country, many people think that living in this beautiful paradise makes it worth every penny.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesKiheiHawaiiUnited States
  160.2165.7100.0
  152.6150.7100
  100.1100.8100.0
  276.9250.9100.0
  $1,049,300$800,200$338,100
  177.0%185.8%100.0%
  88.6122.9100.0
  96.2109.9100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
Reviews for Kihei
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I live in Kihei, on the sunny South West shore of the island of Maui. Do not believe all the rubbish you hear about Hawaii being an expensive place to live. Much  More

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Over 15 years ago

we have lived here for over 20 years, raised our kids and really enjoyed living here. the cost of living here has gone out of control. we are retiring soon and plan to  More

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Over 16 years ago

Hawaii is a wonderful state to live in for many reasons. We have wonderful weather (no need for those winter clothes!!) which is great for outdoors most of the year.   More

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