Kailua (Honolulu County), HI Cost of Living


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Kailua (Honolulu County) cost of living score
171.5
More expensive
71.5% higher
than the US average
3.5% higher
than the Hawaii average
Kailua (Honolulu County), Hawaii gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 171.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 71.5% higher than the U.S. average and 3.5% lower than the average for Hawaii.

Kailua (Honolulu County), HI

Housing costs in Kailua (Honolulu County)?
A typical home costs $1,393,500, which is 312.2% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 74.1% more expensive than the average Hawaii home, at $800,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Kailua (Honolulu County) costs $3,170 per month, which is 121.7% more than the national average of $1,430 and 32.8% more than the state average of $2,130.

Can I afford Kailua (Honolulu County)?
To live comfortably in Kailua (Honolulu County), Hawaii, a minimum annual income of $267,120 for a family, and $96,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Kailua (Honolulu County)?
Kailua (Honolulu County), HI is known for its expensive cost of living. The average home price in Kailua is over $1 million due to its location on the eastern side of Oahu and distance from Honolulu. Furthermore, utilities are higher than the national median, as is the cost of groceries. Transportation costs are considerable, as most people rely on cars or public transportation with a monthly pass costing upwards of $100 per person. Despite the high cost of living, Kailua remains a popular destination among those who can afford it due to its beautiful beaches and lush landscapes.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesKailua (Honolulu County)HawaiiUnited States
  171.5165.7100.0
  144.8150.7100
  101.7100.8100.0
  434.2250.9100.0
  $1,393,500$800,200$338,100
  176.0%185.8%100.0%
  108.2122.9100.0
  124.3109.9100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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I have live in Kailua Oahu, HI for more than 27 years. I love this place but the cost to live here is becoming to much as I approach retirement. It also has become  More

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Over 12 years ago

Kailua is a perfect place to live if you like a relaxed and friendly neighborhood. It is close to local shops, local restaurants, beaches and ocean activities. Easy  More

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We've been here for the past 10 years, and it is truly heaven on earth from an environmental perspective, but a Cost of Living comparison will scare the daylights out of  More

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