How much does it cost to rent in Ewa Beach, HI?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Ewa Beach, HI is $3,572. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Ewa Beach cheaper than other Hawaii cities?

Ewa Beach is one of the pricier cities in Hawaii, ranking #6 out of 21 cities tracked at $3,572/mo.

When was Ewa Beach rent data last updated?

Ewa Beach rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · HI

Ewa Beach

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Pop. 14,376·6th most expensive in Hawaii·Ewa Beach rents are up 9.0% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,572/mo

Year-over-Year

+9.0%

Month-over-Month

+1.3%

vs US Median

+$1,607

Rising (Monthly)

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Ewa Beach · $3,572

More expensive than 96% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

46/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 2% above what Ewa Beach's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$3,572/mo

Expected by trend

$3,495/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Ewa Beach's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,260

1 BR

$2,460

2 BR

$3,220

3 BR

$4,510

4 BR+

$5,410

Research median

$3,220/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$42,864/yr

At $3,572/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 9.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+9.0% YoY, +1.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Ewa Beach, HI is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

14,376

Median income

$124,323

Median age

40.6

Renters

27.1%

Age distribution

22.2%

19.9%

23.3%

13.6%

21.1%

Under 1822.2%

18–3419.9%

35–5423.3%

55–6413.6%

65+21.1%

Gender

52.6%

47.4%

Male52.6%

Female47.4%

Race & ethnicity

53.5%

32.4%

White6.6%

Hispanic7.4%

Asian53.5%

Other32.4%

Education (25+)

35.3%

33.6%

21.9%

No HS diploma9.2%

HS diploma35.3%

Some college33.6%

Bachelor's+21.9%

Housing tenure

72.9%

27.1%

Owner72.9%

Renter27.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Ewa Beach, HI has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,822 → $3,572

up 26.6%

Income

$108,953 → $124,323

up 14.1%

Population

14,614 → 14,376

down 1.6%

Renter share

20.9% → 27.1%

+6.2 pts

Bachelor's+

20.9% → 21.9%

+1.0 pts

Median age

39.1 → 40.6

+1.5 yrs

Rent in Ewa Beach, HI has increased 26.6% since 2021, going from about $2,822 per month to roughly $3,572 today. On the earnings side, the typical household in Ewa Beach, HI now reports about $124,323, up from $108,953 in 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 12.5 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 14,614 to 14,376 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.6% change. About 27.1% of households rent today, against 20.9% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Ewa Beach, HI reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Ewa Beach on your salary?

At $3,572/mo, how Ewa Beach rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $102,038/yr · Rent = 42% income

rent-burdened

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $72,446/yr · Rent = 59.2% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $83,452/yr · Rent = 51.4% income

severely rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $149,159/yr · Rent = 28.7% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $190,588/yr · Rent = 22.5% income

affordable

Firefighter

Avg $67,835/yr · Rent = 63.2% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $61,247/yr · Rent = 70% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $75,492/yr · Rent = 56.8% income

severely rent-burdened

By apartment size

Ewa Beach rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Ewa Beach. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Ewa Beach, HI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Ewa Beach is $3,572/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,260/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,220/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,460/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,510/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($124,323/yr), Ewa Beach ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ewa Beach an affordable city for renters?

Ewa Beach is considered moderate for renters. At $3,572/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($124,323/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Ewa Beach slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Ewa Beach?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $143,000/year (~$69/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,572/mo in Ewa Beach. The local median household income is $124,323/yr, meaning the typical Ewa Beach household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Ewa Beach?

Rent in Ewa Beach has increased 9.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Ewa Beach rent compare to other cities in Hawaii?

Ewa Beach is one of the pricier cities in Hawaii for rent, ranking #6 out of 21 tracked cities at $3,572/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Ewa Beach?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Ewa Beach ($3,572/mo): Pearl City ($2,599/mo), Aiea ($2,718/mo), Waipahu ($2,876/mo).

What percentage of Ewa Beach residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 27.1% of Ewa Beach households are renters, while 72.9% are owner-occupied. Ewa Beach leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Ewa Beach rent compare to the national average?

Ewa Beach's median rent of $3,572/mo is $1,607 (82%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Hawaii, it ranks #6 out of 21 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

34%

MODERATE

At $3,572/mo, rent takes ~34% of Ewa Beach's median household income ($124,323/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Ewa Beach 34%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.4–11%

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