Cost of Living in Kalawao County, HI

Modeled annual cost: $65,330.

Median family income: $0.

Affordability Snapshot

HI County Median

$72,342

State Rank

5thMost expensive counties in HI out of 5See Hawaii county rankings

Median Income

$0

Location Type

Metro

Biggest category:

Taxes is the biggest expense in Kalawao County, HI.

$16,079 per year.

Cost breakdown

Total

$65,330

Per year

  • Taxes:$16,079
  • Housing:$16,068
  • Transport:$14,529
  • Other Costs:$6,884
  • Food:$6,104
  • Healthcare:$5,666
  • Childcare:$0

* Percentages may not add up to 100% due to rounding.

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Cost of Living in Kalawao County, HI (2026)