2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Waialua, HI
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Waialua, Hawaii as of July 2026. That's +12% lower than the citywide median of $3,407 and +81% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Waialua
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 Waialua
Compare Waialua's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Hawaii
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Hawaii
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kailua | $3,680 |
| 2 | Kapolei | $3,220 |
| 3 | Ewa Beach | $3,220 |
| 4 | Wahiawa | $3,040 |
| 5 | Waialua (this page) | $2,990 |
| 6 | Kaneohe | $2,850 |
| 7 | Pearl City | $2,780 |
| 8 | Honolulu | $2,780 |
| 9 | Mililani | $2,760 |
| 10 | Haleiwa | $2,670 |
| 11 | Waikoloa | $2,650 |
| 12 | Kihei | $2,650 |
| 13 | Aiea | $2,560 |
| 14 | Lahaina | $2,520 |
| 15 | Kailua Kona | $2,440 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Waialua.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Waialua |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waianae, HI | 6.7 mi | $2,360 | $-630 (-21%) |
| Haleiwa, HI | 10.3 mi | $2,670 | $-320 (-11%) |
| Wahiawa, HI | 14.2 mi | $3,040 | +$50 (+2%) |
| Kapolei, HI | 15.6 mi | $3,220 | +$230 (+8%) |
| Waipahu, HI | 17.3 mi | $2,410 | $-580 (-19%) |
| Mililani, HI | 18.2 mi | $2,760 | $-230 (-8%) |
| Ewa Beach, HI | 18.8 mi | $3,220 | +$230 (+8%) |
| Pearl City, HI | 19.9 mi | $2,780 | $-210 (-7%) |
| Aiea, HI | 23.4 mi | $2,560 | $-430 (-14%) |
| Kaneohe, HI | 26.1 mi | $2,850 | $-140 (-5%) |
| Honolulu, HI | 30.2 mi | $2,780 | $-210 (-7%) |
| Kailua, HI | 31.7 mi | $3,680 | +$690 (+23%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Waialua — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Waialua?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Waialua, Hawaii is $2,990 per month. This is +12% below the citywide median of $3,407.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Waialua?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $119,600 ($9,967/month gross), which works out to roughly $57.50/hour at a full-time job.
Is Waialua expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Waialua's 2-bedroom median of $2,990 is +81% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 94th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Waialua rank for 2-bedroom rent in Hawaii?
Among the 21 cities in Hawaii with 2-bedroom data, Waialua ranks #17 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Waialua?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Waianae ($2,360), Haleiwa ($2,670), Waipahu ($2,410).