Kahului, HI Economy


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Kahului, HI is a bustling coastal town located on the north shore of Maui. It is known for its beaches, shopping districts, restaurants, and entertainment options. Kahului is home to several major companies such as Hawaiian Airlines and Maui Electric Company which offer good job opportunities for residents. Additionally, it has many small businesses that provide services to the local community.
The cost of living in Kahului is slightly higher than the national average. The median 2 bedroom rent price is $1,870 compared to $1,430 nationally while groceries are 15% more expensive than other parts of the country with a grocery cost index at 153 versus 100 nationally. Despite these higher costs people continue to live in Kahului due to its beautiful scenery and vibrant culture.

Kahului has an unemployment rate of 12.2%. The US average is 6.0%.

Kahului 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 35.6%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Kahului
- The Sales Tax Rate for Kahului is 4.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Kahului 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 Kahului
- The average income of a Kahului resident is $22,016 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Kahului resident is $82,219 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyKahului, HawaiiUnited States
  12.26
  -20.3%-6.2%
  35.6%33.5%
  4.0%6.2%
  8.3%4.6%
  $30,400$37,638
  $82,219$69,021
  $96,012$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.8%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  4.7%6.8%
  2.0%10.0%
  1.9%2.5%
  14.0%11.0%
  4.5%4.8%
  1.2%0.8%
  0.9%1.9%
  1.8%4.7%
  3.3%1.9%
  2.5%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  5.2%4.2%
  5.8%9.3%
  15.4%14.0%
  2.6%2.1%
  23.1%7.0%
  4.6%4.8%
  5.8%4.7%
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I guess they spray for the bugs at the resorts and keep the a/c blasting, but when you live here you're on your own. Having come from California with no bugs and no  More

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Over 16 years ago

This is definitely the most expensive place I have ever  More

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Over 19 years ago

Playground of the rich and not for working  More

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