3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Waipahu, HI
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Waipahu, Hawaii as of July 2026. That's +18% higher than the citywide median of $2,876 and +59% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-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 3-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 3-bedroom in Hawaii
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Keaau | $2,330 |
| 2 | Hilo | $2,610 |
| 3 | Wailuku | $2,780 |
| 4 | Makawao | $3,050 |
| 5 | Kailua Kona | $3,180 |
| 6 | Waianae | $3,310 |
| 7 | Waipahu (this page) | $3,380 |
| 8 | Lahaina | $3,390 |
| 9 | Waikoloa | $3,450 |
| 10 | Kihei | $3,560 |
| 11 | Aiea | $3,590 |
| 12 | Haleiwa | $3,740 |
| 13 | Mililani | $3,870 |
| 14 | Honolulu | $3,896 |
| 15 | Pearl City | $3,900 |
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in Hawaii
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Waipahu.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Waipahu |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pearl City, HI | 2.7 mi | $3,900 | +$520 (+15%) |
| Mililani, HI | 4.5 mi | $3,870 | +$490 (+14%) |
| Aiea, HI | 6.3 mi | $3,590 | +$210 (+6%) |
| Ewa Beach, HI | 6.9 mi | $4,510 | +$1,130 (+33%) |
| Kapolei, HI | 8.9 mi | $4,510 | +$1,130 (+33%) |
| Wahiawa, HI | 9.2 mi | $4,260 | +$880 (+26%) |
| Kaneohe, HI | 10.4 mi | $3,990 | +$610 (+18%) |
| Honolulu, HI | 13 mi | $3,896 | +$516 (+15%) |
| Waianae, HI | 13.6 mi | $3,310 | $-70 (-2%) |
| Haleiwa, HI | 14.1 mi | $3,740 | +$360 (+11%) |
| Kailua, HI | 15 mi | $5,160 | +$1,780 (+53%) |
| Waialua, HI | 17.3 mi | $4,190 | +$810 (+24%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Waipahu — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Waipahu?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Waipahu, Hawaii is $3,380 per month. This is +18% higher than the citywide median of $2,876.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Waipahu?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $135,200 ($11,267/month gross), which works out to roughly $65.00/hour at a full-time job.
Is Waipahu expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Waipahu's 3-bedroom median of $3,380 is +59% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 88th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Waipahu rank for 3-bedroom rent in Hawaii?
Among the 21 cities in Hawaii with 3-bedroom data, Waipahu ranks #7 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Waipahu?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Waianae ($3,310).