Cost of Living in Waipahu, HI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
177.0
100 = national avg
+77.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$77,883
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$184,087
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing250.0
Food125.4
Transportation143.6
Healthcare120.3
Utilities145.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,016
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,642
per month
The overall cost of living index in Waipahu is 177.0, which is 77.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 250.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $77,883 per year to cover basic expenses.