Cost of Living in Kahului, HI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
164.8
100 = national avg
+64.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$72,518
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$171,407
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing237.2
Food120.4
Transportation113.6
Healthcare116.3
Utilities139.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,000
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,624
per month
The overall cost of living index in Kahului is 164.8, which is 64.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 237.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $72,518 per year to cover basic expenses.