How much does it cost to rent in Haiku, HI?

As of June 2026, the median monthly rent in Haiku, HI is $3,525. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Haiku cheaper than other Hawaii cities?

Haiku is one of the pricier cities in Hawaii, ranking #8 out of 22 cities tracked at $3,525/mo.

When was Haiku rent data last updated?

Haiku rent data reflects June 2026 and was last refreshed on June 22, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Haiku

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Pop. 9,178·8th most expensive in Hawaii·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$3,525/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-4.7%

vs US Median

+$1,560

Falling (Monthly)

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Most AffordableMost Expensive

Haiku · $3,525

More expensive than 95% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

59% of income

EXPENSIVE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,525/mo, rent takes about 59% of the US median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$141,000/yr

US median income

$72,000/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Haiku's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,180

1 BR

$2,200

2 BR

$2,880

3 BR

$3,870

4 BR+

$4,470

Research median

$2,880/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: June 22, 2026

Annual cost

$42,300/yr

At $3,525/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -4.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Haiku, HI is majority owner-occupied, 33.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

9,178

Median age

39.1

Renters

33.4%

Age distribution

23.8%

18.1%

30.6%

16.9%

Under 1823.8%

18–3418.1%

35–5430.6%

55–6410.7%

65+16.9%

Gender

53.2%

46.8%

Male53.2%

Female46.8%

Race & ethnicity

54.1%

15.2%

24.9%

White54.1%

Hispanic15.2%

Asian5.8%

Other24.9%

Education (25+)

22.7%

34.6%

33.7%

No HS diploma9%

HS diploma22.7%

Some college34.6%

Bachelor's+33.7%

Housing tenure

66.6%

33.4%

Owner66.6%

Renter33.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Haiku, HI has changed in 5 years

Population

9,347 → 9,178

down 1.8%

Renter share

42.8% → 33.4%

-9.4 pts

Bachelor's+

30.4% → 33.7%

+3.3 pts

Median age

40 → 39.1

-0.9 yrs

Headcount in the area went from 9,347 to 9,178 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.8% change. About 33.4% of households rent today, against 42.8% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 30.4% to 33.7%.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Haiku on your salary?

At $3,525/mo, how Haiku rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $102,038/yr · Rent = 41.5% income

rent-burdened

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $72,446/yr · Rent = 58.4% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $83,452/yr · Rent = 50.7% income

severely rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $149,159/yr · Rent = 28.4% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $190,588/yr · Rent = 22.2% income

affordable

Firefighter

Avg $67,835/yr · Rent = 62.4% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $61,247/yr · Rent = 69.1% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $75,492/yr · Rent = 56% income

severely rent-burdened

By apartment size

Haiku rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Haiku, HI

Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in Haiku is $3,525/mo as of June 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,180/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,880/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,200/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,870/mo.

At 59% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Haiku ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Haiku an affordable city for renters?

Haiku is considered expensive for renters. At $3,525/mo, rent takes approximately 59% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Haiku significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Haiku?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $141,000/year (~$68/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,525/mo in Haiku.

Is rent going up or down in Haiku?

Rent in Haiku has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of June 2026.

How does Haiku rent compare to other cities in Hawaii?

Haiku is one of the pricier cities in Hawaii for rent, ranking #8 out of 22 tracked cities at $3,525/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Haiku?

Lahaina is nearby and more affordable at $3,346/mo, which is $179 less than Haiku.

What percentage of Haiku residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.4% of Haiku households are renters, while 66.6% are owner-occupied. Haiku leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.