3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Hilo, HI
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Hilo, Hawaii as of July 2026. That's +25% higher than the citywide median of $2,095 and +23% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-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 3-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 3-bedroom in Hawaii
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Keaau | $2,330 |
| 2 | Hilo (this page) | $2,610 |
| 3 | Wailuku | $2,780 |
| 4 | Makawao | $3,050 |
| 5 | Kailua Kona | $3,180 |
| 6 | Waianae | $3,310 |
| 7 | Waipahu | $3,380 |
| 8 | Lahaina | $3,390 |
| 9 | Waikoloa | $3,450 |
| 10 | Kihei | $3,560 |
| 11 | Aiea | $3,590 |
| 12 | Haleiwa | $3,740 |
| 13 | Mililani | $3,870 |
| 14 | Honolulu | $3,896 |
| 15 | Pearl City | $3,900 |
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in Hawaii
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Hilo.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Hilo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keaau, HI | 17 mi | $2,330 | $-280 (-11%) |
| Waikoloa, HI | 41.9 mi | $3,450 | +$840 (+32%) |
| Kailua Kona, HI | 47.9 mi | $3,180 | +$570 (+22%) |
| Makawao, HI | 109.3 mi | $3,050 | +$440 (+17%) |
| Kihei, HI | 110.4 mi | $3,560 | +$950 (+36%) |
| Wailuku, HI | 123.6 mi | $2,780 | +$170 (+7%) |
| Lahaina, HI | 128 mi | $3,390 | +$780 (+30%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Hilo — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Hilo?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Hilo, Hawaii is $2,610 per month. This is +25% higher than the citywide median of $2,095.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Hilo?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $104,400 ($8,700/month gross), which works out to roughly $50.19/hour at a full-time job.
Is Hilo expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Hilo's 3-bedroom median of $2,610 is +23% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 70th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Hilo rank for 3-bedroom rent in Hawaii?
Among the 21 cities in Hawaii with 3-bedroom data, Hilo ranks #2 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Hilo?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Keaau ($2,330).