Cost of Living in Kauai County, HI

What does it cost to live in Kauai County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$88,869

Median Rent

$1,686/mo

Median Home

$742,900

Affordability

179

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$3,757
Property Tax$142
Insurance$248

Total Monthly$4,147
% of Income56%

Renting

Median Rent$1,686
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,711
% of Income22.8%

Living in Kauai County, Hawaii

Kauai County has a median household income of $88,869 with housing costs that represent 56% of income for owners and 22.8% for renters. Housing costs exceed the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting affordability challenges.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.