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ZIP 96708

Part of Haiku, HI
Pop. 11,152·Maui County·9th most expensive ZIP in Hawaii
Median rent (all units)
$3,525/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-4.7%
vs US Median
+$1,560
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 96708 · $3,525
More expensive than 95% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$2,360
1 BR
$2,480
2 BR
$3,260
3 BR
$4,220
4 BR+
$5,260
Research median
$3,260/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

Annual cost
$42,300/yr
At $3,525/mo median
Location
CityHaiku
StateHI
CountyMaui County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -4.7% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 96708 (Haiku, HI) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
11,152
Median income
$100,664
Median age
41.6
Renters
33.8%
Age distribution
21.6%
16.9%
30.7%
12.3%
18.5%
Under 1821.6%
18–3416.9%
35–5430.7%
55–6412.3%
65+18.5%
Gender
52.5%
47.5%
Male52.5%
Female47.5%
Race & ethnicity
55.9%
14%
24.8%
White55.9%
Hispanic14%
Asian5.3%
Other24.8%
Education (25+)
27.2%
33.7%
31.1%
No HS diploma7.9%
HS diploma27.2%
Some college33.7%
Bachelor's+31.1%
Housing tenure
66.2%
33.8%
Owner66.2%
Renter33.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 96708 in Haiku, HI has changed in 5 years

Income
$85,941 → $100,664
up 17.1%
Population
11,213 → 11,152
down 0.5%
Renter share
40.2% → 33.8%
-6.4 pts
Bachelor's+
29.8% → 31.1%
+1.3 pts

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $85,941 in 2021 to $100,664 more recently. The renter share has eased from 40.2% to 33.8%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

ZIP code 96708 covers Haiku, HI. The median rent here is $3,525/mo as of June 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $2,480/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $3,260/mo.

At 42% of local median household income ($100,664/yr), ZIP 96708 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 96708?

As of June 22, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 96708 (Haiku, HI) is $3,525. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 96708 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 96708's median rent of $3,525/mo is $1,560 (79%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 96708 compare to other ZIPs in Hawaii?

ZIP 96708 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Hawaii, ranking #9 out of 31 ZIPs tracked at $3,525/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 96708?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $141,000/year (~$68/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,525/mo in ZIP 96708. The local median household income is $100,664/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 96708?

Rent in ZIP 96708 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of June 22, 2026.

Is ZIP 96708 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 96708 is considered stretched for renters. At $3,525/mo, rent takes approximately 42% of the local median household income ($100,664/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 96708 significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

What percentage of ZIP 96708 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.8% of ZIP 96708 households are renters, while 66.2% are owner-occupied. ZIP 96708 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 96708 compare to the rest of Haiku?

ZIP 96708 sits right at the Haiku citywide median of $3,525/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 96708 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 96708 reflects June 22, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
42%
STRETCHED

At $3,525/mo, rent takes ~42% of ZIP 96708's median household income ($100,664/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 96708 42%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–11%
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