Wailua, HI Economy


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Wailua, HI is a great place to live with a lot of amenities. The cost of living here is slightly higher than the US average, with 2 bedroom rent about $4,280 compared to $1,430 in the US and Grocery Cost Index at 166 versus 100 in the US. There are many local businesses that offer services in Wailua. Some examples include Otsuka's Market for grocery shopping, Island Adventure Rentals for outdoor activities, and Kukuiula Realty for housing options. Overall, Wailua is a great place to call home!

Wailua has an unemployment rate of 13.0%. The US average is 6.0%.

Wailua 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 36.1%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Wailua
- The Sales Tax Rate for Wailua is 4.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Wailua is 8.3%. The US average is 4.6%.
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Income and Salaries for Wailua
- The average income of a Wailua resident is $32,499 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Wailua resident is $60,568 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyWailua, HawaiiUnited States
  136
  -17.6%-6.2%
  36.1%33.5%
  4.5%6.2%
  8.3%4.6%
  $32,964$37,638
  $60,568$69,021
  $87,500$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  1.2%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  9.0%6.8%
  0.4%10.0%
  1.9%2.5%
  12.4%11.0%
  4.3%4.8%
  0.7%0.8%
  0.3%1.9%
  0.9%4.7%
  10.3%1.9%
  2.9%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  3.3%4.2%
  8.7%9.3%
  11.4%14.0%
  2.6%2.1%
  16.7%7.0%
  6.0%4.8%
  6.8%4.7%
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