Cost of Living in Waikele, HI

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71%
Overall NAT. AVG.
24%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
184%
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 Waikele Hawaii National
Cost of living171163100
Groceries124126100
Health care116119100
Housing284252100
Transportation117121100
Utilities131131100
Lifestyle & Entertainment126127100
Household Items112115100
Education & Childcare132132100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Waikele is 5% higher than the Hawaii average
  • The cost of living in Waikele is 71% higher than the national average
  • Waikele housing is 184% 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$159,665$13,305$3,725$4,790
      Renters$139,135$11,595$3,246$4,174
      The percent of monthly income spent on housing can be a good indicator of the affordability of housing in Waikele, HI, as well as the overall cost of living. As a general rule of thumb, the debt-to-income ratio (DTI) for homeowners or renters should be not more than 28 percent of gross income to be spent on housing related costs and not more than 36 percent of income on all expenses, including debts. The median income for Waikele homeowners, is $159,665. This would allow for a maximum of $3,725 per month to be spent on housing costs. For renters, the median monthly income is $139,135 which would result in a maximum of $3,246 to be spent on rental costs.

      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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