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Kihei

Pop. 21,567·4th most expensive in Hawaii·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$3,766/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.8%
Month-over-Month
-1.0%
vs US Median
+$1,801
Falling (Monthly)
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Kihei · $3,766
More expensive than 97% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
58/100
Fairly priced
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Rents are 4% below what Kihei's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$3,766/mo
Expected by trend
$3,922/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,010
1 BR
$2,020
2 BR
$2,650
3 BR
$3,560
4 BR+
$4,110
Research median
$2,650/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: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$45,192/yr
At $3,766/mo median
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Rents are climbing (4.8% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.8% YoY, -1.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Kihei, HI is majority owner-occupied, 31.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
21,567
Median income
$87,772
Median age
43.1
Renters
40.7%
Age distribution
19.2%
19.8%
27.3%
15%
18.6%
Under 1819.2%
18–3419.8%
35–5427.3%
55–6415%
65+18.6%
Gender
48.8%
51.2%
Male48.8%
Female51.2%
Race & ethnicity
44%
13.2%
21.6%
19.8%
White44%
Black1.3%
Hispanic13.2%
Asian21.6%
Other19.8%
Education (25+)
30.4%
33.5%
31.4%
No HS diploma4.7%
HS diploma30.4%
Some college33.5%
Bachelor's+31.4%
Housing tenure
59.3%
40.7%
Owner59.3%
Renter40.7%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Kihei, HI has changed in 5 years

Rent
$3,226 → $3,766
up 16.7%
Income
$83,214 → $87,772
up 5.5%
Population
22,840 → 21,567
down 5.6%
Renter share
40.2% → 40.7%
+0.5 pts
Bachelor's+
31.2% → 31.4%
+0.2 pts
Median age
41.8 → 43.1
+1.3 yrs

The median rent in Kihei, HI stood at $3,226 in 2023 and currently runs about $3,766, reflecting a 16.7% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in Kihei, HI now reports about $87,772, up from $83,214 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 5.6% since 2021, moving from about 22,840 residents to roughly 21,567. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Kihei, HI reflects that arc in its own way.

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Kihei rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Kihei, HI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Kihei is $3,766/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,010/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,650/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,020/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,560/mo.

At 51% of local median household income ($87,772/yr), Kihei ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Kihei an affordable city for renters?

Kihei is considered expensive for renters. At $3,766/mo, rent takes approximately 51% of the local median household income ($87,772/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Kihei significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Kihei?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $151,000/year (~$73/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,766/mo in Kihei. The local median household income is $87,772/yr, meaning the typical Kihei household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Kihei?

Rent in Kihei has increased 4.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Kihei rent compare to other cities in Hawaii?

Kihei is one of the pricier cities in Hawaii for rent, ranking #4 out of 21 tracked cities at $3,766/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Kihei?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Kihei ($3,766/mo): Lahaina ($3,346/mo), Haiku ($3,525/mo), Wailuku ($3,691/mo).

What percentage of Kihei residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 40.7% of Kihei households are renters, while 59.3% are owner-occupied. Kihei leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Kihei rent compare to the national average?

Kihei's median rent of $3,766/mo is $1,801 (92%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Hawaii, it ranks #4 out of 21 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
51%
EXPENSIVE

At $3,766/mo, rent takes ~51% of Kihei's median household income ($87,772/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Kihei 51%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–11%
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