2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Hilo, HI
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Hilo, Hawaii as of July 2026. That's +5% lower than the citywide median of $2,095 and +21% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Hilo
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Hilo
Compare Hilo's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Hawaii
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Keaau | $1,810 |
| 2 | Hilo (this page) | $2,000 |
| 3 | Wailuku | $2,070 |
| 4 | Makawao | $2,270 |
| 5 | Waianae | $2,360 |
| 6 | Waipahu | $2,410 |
| 7 | Kailua Kona | $2,440 |
| 8 | Lahaina | $2,520 |
| 9 | Aiea | $2,560 |
| 10 | Kihei | $2,650 |
| 11 | Waikoloa | $2,650 |
| 12 | Haleiwa | $2,670 |
| 13 | Mililani | $2,760 |
| 14 | Honolulu | $2,780 |
| 15 | Pearl City | $2,780 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Hawaii
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Hilo.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Hilo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keaau, HI | 17 mi | $1,810 | $-190 (-9%) |
| Waikoloa, HI | 41.9 mi | $2,650 | +$650 (+33%) |
| Kailua Kona, HI | 47.9 mi | $2,440 | +$440 (+22%) |
| Makawao, HI | 109.3 mi | $2,270 | +$270 (+14%) |
| Kihei, HI | 110.4 mi | $2,650 | +$650 (+33%) |
| Wailuku, HI | 123.6 mi | $2,070 | +$70 (+4%) |
| Lahaina, HI | 128 mi | $2,520 | +$520 (+26%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Hilo — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Hilo?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Hilo, Hawaii is $2,000 per month. This is +5% below the citywide median of $2,095.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Hilo?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $80,000 ($6,667/month gross), which works out to roughly $38.46/hour at a full-time job.
Is Hilo expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Hilo's 2-bedroom median of $2,000 is +21% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 68th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Hilo rank for 2-bedroom rent in Hawaii?
Among the 21 cities in Hawaii with 2-bedroom data, Hilo ranks #2 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Hilo?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Keaau ($1,810).