Cost of Living in Pahoa, HI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
96.7
100 = national avg
-3.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,559
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$100,593
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing108.6
Food92.7
Transportation85.5
Healthcare94.2
Utilities97.4
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 Pahoa is 96.7, which is 3.3% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 108.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,559 per year to cover basic expenses.