Cost of Living in Kailua, HI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
158.3
100 = national avg
+58.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$69,647
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$164,621
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing229.4
Food116.3
Transportation105.2
Healthcare113.0
Utilities135.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,603
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,076
per month
The overall cost of living index in Kailua is 158.3, which is 58.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 229.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $69,647 per year to cover basic expenses.