Cost of Living in Papaikou, HI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
137.2
100 = national avg
+37.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,347
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$142,639
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing171.8
Food111.9
Transportation123.8
Healthcare109.5
Utilities121.5
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 Papaikou is 137.2, which is 37.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 171.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,347 per year to cover basic expenses.