Census ACS 2023 · 33 cities
Most Expensive Cities in Hawaii
Housing costs are the single largest expense for most families. In Hawaii, Kailua Cdp (Honolulu County) has the highest median home value at $1,239,000. Across the state's 33 major cities, home values reflect local demand, job markets, school quality, and proximity to amenities. Understanding housing costs city-by-city helps homebuyers and renters find the best value for their budget within Hawaii.
Source: Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
| # | City | Home Value | Median Rent | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waipio Cdp | $709,500 | $2,248 | $106,164 |
| 2 | Waipahu Cdp | $835,400 | $1,585 | $98,633 |
| 3 | Waimea Cdp (Hawaii County) | $652,900 | $2,039 | $89,268 |
| 4 | Waimalu Cdp | $597,700 | $1,892 | $89,016 |
| 5 | Wailuku Cdp | $781,700 | $1,747 | $93,958 |
| 6 | Waihee-Waiehu Cdp | $740,300 | $2,224 | $128,266 |
| 7 | Waianae Cdp | $487,200 | $1,307 | $84,766 |
| 8 | Wahiawa Cdp | $716,800 | $1,443 | $86,883 |
| 9 | Urban Honolulu Cdp | $834,100 | $1,783 | $85,428 |
| 10 | Royal Kunia Cdp | $833,000 | $2,806 | $133,579 |
| 11 | Pearl City Cdp | $872,200 | $2,338 | $114,682 |
| 12 | Ocean Pointe Cdp | $877,600 | $3,347 | $143,394 |
| 13 | Nanakuli Cdp | $473,000 | $1,671 | $81,493 |
| 14 | Mililani Town Cdp | $884,800 | $2,303 | $124,123 |
| 15 | Mililani Mauka Cdp | $901,800 | $2,389 | $139,564 |
| 16 | Makakilo Cdp | $827,900 | $2,202 | $120,489 |
| 17 | Maili Cdp | $633,100 | $2,442 | $104,375 |
| 18 | Lahaina Cdp | $841,400 | $1,988 | $85,988 |
| 19 | Kihei Cdp | $871,600 | $2,021 | $87,568 |
| 20 | Kapolei Cdp | $720,600 | $2,507 | $129,260 |
| 21 | Kapaa Cdp | $821,500 | $1,997 | $89,440 |
| 22 | Kaneohe Cdp | $990,100 | $2,356 | $124,632 |
| 23 | Kaneohe Base Cdp | $390,600 | $3,399 | $70,000 |
| 24 | Kaiminani Cdp | $761,300 | $1,338 | $101,320 |
| 25 | Kailua Cdp (Honolulu County) | $1.2M | $3,068 | $146,615 |
| 26 | Kailua Cdp (Hawaii County) | $649,400 | $1,747 | $86,743 |
| 27 | Kahului Cdp | $833,200 | $1,473 | $92,062 |
| 28 | Hilo Cdp | $455,100 | $1,347 | $78,713 |
| 29 | Hawaiian Paradise Park Cdp | $413,800 | $1,253 | $81,892 |
| 30 | Halawa Cdp | $1.0M | $1,619 | $102,987 |
| 31 | Ewa Gentry Cdp | $768,200 | $2,517 | $131,755 |
| 32 | Ewa Beach Cdp | $698,200 | $2,554 | $124,958 |
| 33 | East Honolulu Cdp | $1.2M | $3,249 | $158,398 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Kailua Cdp (Honolulu County) is the #1 ranked city in Hawaii by median home value, with a value of $1,239,000 according to Census ACS 2023 data.
Hawaii has 33 cities with 10,000+ population tracked in Census ACS 2023 data.
All data comes from the American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-Year estimates by the US Census Bureau.
Data from the American Community Survey 2023 5-Year estimates. Covers cities with populations of 10,000 or more in Hawaii.