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Mililani

Pop. 27,668·13th most expensive in Hawaii·Mililani rents are up 18.9% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$3,078/mo
Year-over-Year
+18.9%
Month-over-Month
+7.3%
vs US Median
+$1,113
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Mililani · $3,078
More expensive than 92% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
17/100
Overheated
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 17% above what Mililani's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$3,078/mo
Expected by trend
$2,641/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,940
1 BR
$2,110
2 BR
$2,760
3 BR
$3,870
4 BR+
$4,630
Research median
$2,760/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
$36,936/yr
At $3,078/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 18.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+18.9% YoY, +7.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Mililani, HI is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 43.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
27,668
Median age
45.5
Renters
18.8%
Age distribution
19.8%
17%
25.5%
26.1%
Under 1819.8%
18–3417%
35–5425.5%
55–6411.7%
65+26.1%
Gender
51.8%
48.2%
Male51.8%
Female48.2%
Race & ethnicity
46.4%
30.1%
White10.5%
Black1.6%
Hispanic11.4%
Asian46.4%
Other30.1%
Education (25+)
21.9%
29.9%
43.8%
No HS diploma4.4%
HS diploma21.9%
Some college29.9%
Bachelor's+43.8%
Housing tenure
81.2%
18.8%
Owner81.2%
Renter18.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Mililani, HI has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,096 → $3,078
up 46.9%
Population
27,562 → 27,668
up 0.4%
Renter share
22.3% → 18.8%
-3.5 pts
Bachelor's+
35.3% → 43.8%
+8.5 pts
Median age
41.4 → 45.5
+4.1 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Mililani, HI paid around $2,096 a month. That figure now sits near $3,078, up 46.9% from the 2021 baseline. The renter share has eased from 22.3% to 18.8%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 35.3% to 43.8% across the same window. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Mililani, HI reflects that arc in its own way.

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Mililani rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Mililani, HI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mililani is $3,078/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,940/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,760/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,110/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,870/mo.

At 51% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Mililani ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 18.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mililani an affordable city for renters?

Mililani is considered expensive for renters. At $3,078/mo, rent takes approximately 51% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mililani significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Mililani?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $123,000/year (~$59/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,078/mo in Mililani.

Is rent going up or down in Mililani?

Rent in Mililani has increased 18.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Mililani rent compare to other cities in Hawaii?

Mililani is middle-of-the-pack for Hawaii for rent, ranking #13 out of 21 tracked cities at $3,078/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Mililani?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Mililani ($3,078/mo): Wahiawa ($2,385/mo), Pearl City ($2,599/mo), Aiea ($2,718/mo).

What percentage of Mililani residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 18.8% of Mililani households are renters, while 81.2% are owner-occupied. Mililani leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Mililani rent compare to the national average?

Mililani's median rent of $3,078/mo is $1,113 (57%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Hawaii, it ranks #13 out of 21 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
51%
EXPENSIVE

At $3,078/mo, rent takes ~51% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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