Kailua (Honolulu County), HI Economy


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Kailua (Honolulu Cnty), HI is a beautiful city located on the island of Oahu. It has a vibrant economic atmosphere and offers many job opportunities for those looking to relocate there. The cost of living in Kailua is higher than average, with rent for two bedroom apartments reaching $3,170 per month, which is more than double the national average of $1,430. Additionally, the grocery cost index in Kailua is 145 compared to 100 in the US. \nKailua is home to many excellent local companies such as Islander Group Inc., Hawaiian Prints Plus and Aloha Embroidery. These businesses provide quality goods and services to customers and employ many local residents within the community. Other popular businesses operating in Kailua include Grafika Graphic Design Studio, Hawaii Naturals Supply Co., and Rauch Investment Advisors LLC.

Kailua (Honolulu County) has an unemployment rate of 7.6%. The US average is 6.0%.

Kailua (Honolulu County) 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 31.1%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Kailua (Honolulu County)
- The Sales Tax Rate for Kailua (Honolulu County) is 4.5%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Kailua (Honolulu County) 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 Kailua (Honolulu County)
- The average income of a Kailua (Honolulu County) resident is $44,224 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Kailua (Honolulu County) resident is $133,327 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyKailua (Honolulu County), HawaiiUnited States
  7.66
  -10.5%-6.2%
  31.1%33.5%
  4.5%6.2%
  8.3%4.6%
  $54,340$37,638
  $133,327$69,021
  $148,852$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.2%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  7.4%6.8%
  1.8%10.0%
  2.5%2.5%
  9.1%11.0%
  5.0%4.8%
  1.2%0.8%
  1.7%1.9%
  4.9%4.7%
  3.7%1.9%
  8.0%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  3.3%4.2%
  12.2%9.3%
  15.0%14.0%
  2.6%2.1%
  7.3%7.0%
  4.5%4.8%
  9.2%4.7%
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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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