2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Waipahu, HI
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Waipahu, Hawaii as of July 2026. That's +16% lower than the citywide median of $2,876 and +46% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-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 2-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 2-bedroom in Hawaii
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Keaau | $1,810 |
| 2 | Hilo | $2,000 |
| 3 | Wailuku | $2,070 |
| 4 | Makawao | $2,270 |
| 5 | Waianae | $2,360 |
| 6 | Waipahu (this page) | $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
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Waipahu.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Waipahu |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pearl City, HI | 2.7 mi | $2,780 | +$370 (+15%) |
| Mililani, HI | 4.5 mi | $2,760 | +$350 (+15%) |
| Aiea, HI | 6.3 mi | $2,560 | +$150 (+6%) |
| Ewa Beach, HI | 6.9 mi | $3,220 | +$810 (+34%) |
| Kapolei, HI | 8.9 mi | $3,220 | +$810 (+34%) |
| Wahiawa, HI | 9.2 mi | $3,040 | +$630 (+26%) |
| Kaneohe, HI | 10.4 mi | $2,850 | +$440 (+18%) |
| Honolulu, HI | 13 mi | $2,780 | +$370 (+15%) |
| Waianae, HI | 13.6 mi | $2,360 | $-50 (-2%) |
| Haleiwa, HI | 14.1 mi | $2,670 | +$260 (+11%) |
| Kailua, HI | 15 mi | $3,680 | +$1,270 (+53%) |
| Waialua, HI | 17.3 mi | $2,990 | +$580 (+24%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Waipahu — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Waipahu?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Waipahu, Hawaii is $2,410 per month. This is +16% below the citywide median of $2,876.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Waipahu?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $96,400 ($8,033/month gross), which works out to roughly $46.35/hour at a full-time job.
Is Waipahu expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Waipahu's 2-bedroom median of $2,410 is +46% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 83th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Waipahu rank for 2-bedroom rent in Hawaii?
Among the 21 cities in Hawaii with 2-bedroom data, Waipahu ranks #6 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Waipahu?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Waianae ($2,360).