2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Keaau, HI
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Keaau, Hawaii as of July 2026. That's +18% lower than the citywide median of $2,217 and +9% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Keaau
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 Keaau
Compare Keaau's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Hawaii
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Keaau (this page) | $1,810 |
| 2 | Hilo | $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
Most nearby cities have similar or higher 2-bedroom rents than Keaau.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Keaau |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilo, HI | 17 mi | $2,000 | +$190 (+10%) |
| Waikoloa, HI | 58.7 mi | $2,650 | +$840 (+46%) |
| Kailua Kona, HI | 64.9 mi | $2,440 | +$630 (+35%) |
| Makawao, HI | 123 mi | $2,270 | +$460 (+25%) |
| Kihei, HI | 125.1 mi | $2,650 | +$840 (+46%) |
| Wailuku, HI | 137.9 mi | $2,070 | +$260 (+14%) |
| Lahaina, HI | 142.5 mi | $2,520 | +$710 (+39%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Keaau — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Keaau?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Keaau, Hawaii is $1,810 per month. This is +18% below the citywide median of $2,217.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Keaau?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $72,400 ($6,033/month gross), which works out to roughly $34.81/hour at a full-time job.
Is Keaau expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Keaau's 2-bedroom median of $1,810 is +9% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 59th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Keaau rank for 2-bedroom rent in Hawaii?
Among the 21 cities in Hawaii with 2-bedroom data, Keaau ranks #1 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Keaau?
Most nearby cities have similar or higher 2-bedroom rents than Keaau.