Cost of Living in Waimea, HI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
170.2
100 = national avg
+70.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$74,904
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$177,045
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing246.0
Food118.2
Transportation136.5
Healthcare114.6
Utilities140.1
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 Waimea is 170.2, which is 70.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 246.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $74,904 per year to cover basic expenses.