1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Waipahu, HI
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Waipahu, Hawaii as of July 2026. That's +36% lower than the citywide median of $2,876 and +32% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Waipahu
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 Waipahu
Compare Waipahu's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Hawaii
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Keaau | $1,400 |
| 2 | Hilo | $1,550 |
| 3 | Wailuku | $1,580 |
| 4 | Makawao | $1,730 |
| 5 | Waianae | $1,800 |
| 6 | Waipahu (this page) | $1,840 |
| 7 | Kailua Kona | $1,900 |
| 8 | Lahaina | $1,920 |
| 9 | Aiea | $1,950 |
| 10 | Kihei | $2,020 |
| 11 | Haleiwa | $2,040 |
| 12 | Waikoloa | $2,060 |
| 13 | Mililani | $2,110 |
| 14 | Pearl City | $2,120 |
| 15 | Honolulu | $2,122 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Hawaii
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Waipahu.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Waipahu |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pearl City, HI | 2.7 mi | $2,120 | +$280 (+15%) |
| Mililani, HI | 4.5 mi | $2,110 | +$270 (+15%) |
| Aiea, HI | 6.3 mi | $1,950 | +$110 (+6%) |
| Ewa Beach, HI | 6.9 mi | $2,460 | +$620 (+34%) |
| Kapolei, HI | 8.9 mi | $2,460 | +$620 (+34%) |
| Wahiawa, HI | 9.2 mi | $2,320 | +$480 (+26%) |
| Kaneohe, HI | 10.4 mi | $2,180 | +$340 (+18%) |
| Honolulu, HI | 13 mi | $2,122 | +$282 (+15%) |
| Waianae, HI | 13.6 mi | $1,800 | $-40 (-2%) |
| Haleiwa, HI | 14.1 mi | $2,040 | +$200 (+11%) |
| Kailua, HI | 15 mi | $2,810 | +$970 (+53%) |
| Waialua, HI | 17.3 mi | $2,280 | +$440 (+24%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Waipahu — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Waipahu?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Waipahu, Hawaii is $1,840 per month. This is +36% below the citywide median of $2,876.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Waipahu?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $73,600 ($6,133/month gross), which works out to roughly $35.38/hour at a full-time job.
Is Waipahu expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Waipahu's 1-bedroom median of $1,840 is +32% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 76th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Waipahu rank for 1-bedroom rent in Hawaii?
Among the 21 cities in Hawaii with 1-bedroom data, Waipahu ranks #6 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Waipahu?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Waianae ($1,800).