Cost of Living in Lihue, HI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
172.8
100 = national avg
+72.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$76,037
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$179,724
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing274.7
Food109.2
Transportation118.3
Healthcare107.3
Utilities140.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,777
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,332
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lihue is 172.8, which is 72.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 274.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $76,037 per year to cover basic expenses.