1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Kailua Kona, HI
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Kailua Kona, Hawaii as of July 2026. That's +45% lower than the citywide median of $3,433 and +36% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Kailua Kona
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 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Kailua Kona
Compare Kailua Kona's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Hawaii
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Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 4 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Kailua Kona.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Kailua Kona |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waikoloa, HI | 11.4 mi | $2,060 | +$160 (+8%) |
| Hilo, HI | 47.9 mi | $1,550 | $-350 (-18%) |
| Keaau, HI | 64.9 mi | $1,400 | $-500 (-26%) |
| Kihei, HI | 75 mi | $2,020 | +$120 (+6%) |
| Makawao, HI | 78.7 mi | $1,730 | $-170 (-9%) |
| Wailuku, HI | 89.1 mi | $1,580 | $-320 (-17%) |
| Lahaina, HI | 92.1 mi | $1,920 | +$20 (+1%) |
| Honolulu, HI | 169.8 mi | $2,122 | +$222 (+12%) |
| Kailua, HI | 169.9 mi | $2,810 | +$910 (+48%) |
| Kaneohe, HI | 175.9 mi | $2,180 | +$280 (+15%) |
| Aiea, HI | 177 mi | $1,950 | +$50 (+3%) |
| Pearl City, HI | 180.3 mi | $2,120 | +$220 (+12%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Kailua Kona — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Kailua Kona?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Kailua Kona, Hawaii is $1,900 per month. This is +45% below the citywide median of $3,433.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Kailua Kona?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $76,000 ($6,333/month gross), which works out to roughly $36.54/hour at a full-time job.
Is Kailua Kona expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Kailua Kona's 1-bedroom median of $1,900 is +36% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 79th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Kailua Kona rank for 1-bedroom rent in Hawaii?
Among the 21 cities in Hawaii with 1-bedroom data, Kailua Kona ranks #7 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Kailua Kona?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Hilo ($1,550), Keaau ($1,400), Makawao ($1,730).