Waimea (Hawaii County), HI Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Waimea (Hawaii County), Hawaii?
$12,540 / month
for a family, 132.2% more expensive than the national average A total of $150,480 for the year for a family.
$8,633 / month
for a single person, 81.1% more expensive than the national average A total of $103,600 for the year for a single person.

Waimea (Hawaii County) cost of living score
131.9
More expensive
31.9% higher
than the US average
20.4% lower
than the Hawaii average
Waimea (Hawaii County), Hawaii gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 131.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 31.9% higher than the U.S. average and 20.4% higher than the average for Hawaii.

Waimea (Hawaii County), HI

Housing costs in Waimea (Hawaii County)?
A typical home costs $786,100, which is 132.5% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 1.8% less expensive than the average Hawaii home, at $800,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Waimea (Hawaii County) costs $3,400 per month, which is 137.8% more than the national average of $1,430 and 37.4% more than the state average of $2,130.

Can I afford Waimea (Hawaii County)?
To live comfortably in Waimea (Hawaii County), Hawaii, a minimum annual income of $150,480 for a family, and $103,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Waimea (Hawaii County)?
Waimea (Hawaii County), HI is an expensive place to live. The cost of living index for Waimea is 27% higher than the U.S. average, making it one of the most expensive locations in the state. Housing prices are particularly high—typically around $300,000 for a single-family home—as are overall living expenses such as groceries, transportation and utilities. On the other hand, there are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy on the picturesque island that make up for the high cost of living: from surfing and snorkeling to hiking and camping, Waimea provides its residents with plenty of opportunities to enjoy both land and sea.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesWaimea (Hawaii County)HawaiiUnited States
    Unlock165.7100.0
  162.1  Unlock100.0
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  229.8  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$800,200$338,100
  194.8  Unlock100.0
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  109.1  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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