Cost of Living in Halaula, HI

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39%
Overall NAT. AVG.
24%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
76%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Halaula Hawaii National
Cost of living139163100
Groceries124126100
Health care116119100
Housing176252100
Transportation123121100
Utilities131131100
Lifestyle & Entertainment127127100
Household Items115115100
Education & Childcare128132100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Halaula is 14% lower than the Hawaii average
  • The cost of living in Halaula is 39% higher than the national average
  • Halaula housing is 76% higher than the national average
  • Hawaii general sales tax is 22% lower than the national average
  • Hawaii state income tax is 46% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$98,839$8,237$2,306$2,965
      Renters$126,723$10,560$2,957$3,802

      Hawaii Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Hawaii 4% 4.712%

      Hawaii Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Hawaii 1.4% 11%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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