Cost of Living in Wailua, HI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
163.4
100 = national avg
+63.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$71,892
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$169,926
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing265.6
Food102.4
Transportation104.8
Healthcare101.9
Utilities134.5
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 Wailua is 163.4, which is 63.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 265.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $71,892 per year to cover basic expenses.