Kailua (Hawaii County), HI Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Kailua (Hawaii County), Hawaii?
$13,170 / month
for a family, 143.9% more expensive than the national average A total of $158,040 for the year for a family.
$6,633 / month
for a single person, 39.1% more expensive than the national average A total of $79,600 for the year for a single person.

Kailua (Hawaii County) cost of living score
131.9
More expensive
31.9% higher
than the US average
20.4% lower
than the Hawaii average
Kailua (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.

Kailua (Hawaii County), HI

Housing costs in Kailua (Hawaii County)?
A typical home costs $824,000, which is 143.7% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 3.0% more expensive than the average Hawaii home, at $800,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Kailua (Hawaii County) costs $2,610 per month, which is 82.5% more than the national average of $1,430 and 18.4% more than the state average of $2,130.

Can I afford Kailua (Hawaii County)?
To live comfortably in Kailua (Hawaii County), Hawaii, a minimum annual income of $158,040 for a family, and $79,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Kailua (Hawaii County)?
The cost of living in Kailua (Hawaii County), HI is significantly higher than the national average, as Kailua has become an increasingly popular destination for tourists and vacationers from all over the world. The price of basic goods such as groceries, gas, and housing can be more expensive than other areas of Hawaii or the mainland United States. However, those who choose to live in Kailua appreciate the small town charm and close-knit community and are willing to pay a higher cost for that experience. Additionally, although taxes may be slightly higher than other places, there are often discounts available to residents on activities such as golfing at local courses.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesKailua (Hawaii County)HawaiiUnited States
    Unlock165.7100.0
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    Unlock$800,200$338,100
  196.7  Unlock100.0
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  108.5  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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The area is a bit overrated. The best location is on the beachfront. That is what the area is really known for. Going further away from the beach on streets like Oneawa  More

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Over 16 years ago

I recently spent 2 years in Kona. I fell in love with it but its no place for working class people. The housing is so expensive that they had create a 60 mile (one  More

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