Cost of Living in Waipahu, HI
Population: 39,871 • 2026 Data
$98,633
Median Household Income
+27% vs national
$1,585
Median Monthly Rent
+18% vs national
$835,400
Median Home Value
+146% vs national
4.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Waipahu
The median home value in Waipahu, HI is $835,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,585, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,780.
Rent-to-income ratio: 19.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Waipahu, HI is $98,633. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1%, with a labor force of 20,046 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.