Cost of Living in Lanai City, HI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
133.2
100 = national avg
+33.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,605
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$138,520
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing164.0
Food110.7
Transportation121.4
Healthcare108.6
Utilities119.2
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 Lanai City is 133.2, which is 33.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 164.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,605 per year to cover basic expenses.