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ZIP 96815

Part of Honolulu, HI
Pop. 27,530·Honolulu County·20th most expensive ZIP in Hawaii
Median rent (all units)
$2,711/mo
Year-over-Year
-1.9%
Month-over-Month
-2.3%
vs US Median
+$749
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ZIP 96815 · $2,711
More expensive than 84% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,962/mo
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Studio
$2,170
1 BR
$2,330
2 BR
$3,050
3 BR
$4,240
4 BR+
$5,120
Research median
$3,050/mo

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

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$32,532/yr
At $2,711/mo median
Location
StateHI
CountyHonolulu County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 1.9% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-1.9% YoY, -2.3% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 96815 (Honolulu, HI) is majority renter-occupied, has a large retiree population, 47.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
27,530
Median income
$77,096
Median age
49.4
Renters
55.1%
Age distribution
19.4%
30.6%
14.7%
25.7%
Under 189.6%
18–3419.4%
35–5430.6%
55–6414.7%
65+25.7%
Gender
51.2%
48.8%
Male51.2%
Female48.8%
Race & ethnicity
36.1%
40.8%
15.2%
White36.1%
Black1.9%
Hispanic6.1%
Asian40.8%
Other15.2%
Education (25+)
18.5%
27.9%
47.6%
No HS diploma6%
HS diploma18.5%
Some college27.9%
Bachelor's+47.6%
Housing tenure
44.9%
55.1%
Owner44.9%
Renter55.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 96815 in Honolulu, HI has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,120 → $2,711
up 27.9%
Income
$67,383 → $77,096
up 14.4%
Population
26,608 → 27,530
up 3.5%
Renter share
52.5% → 55.1%
+2.6 pts
Bachelor's+
46.5% → 47.6%
+1.1 pts
Median age
46.2 → 49.4
+3.2 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in ZIP 96815 in Honolulu, HI has increased from $2,120 to $2,711, a 27.9% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 96815 in Honolulu, HI now reports about $77,096, up from $67,383 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 3.5% since 2021, moving from about 26,608 residents to roughly 27,530. Renters now make up 55.1% of households, compared with 52.5% five years ago. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 96815 in Honolulu, HI reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

ZIP code 96815 covers Honolulu, HI. The median rent here is $2,711/mo as of August 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $2,330/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $3,050/mo.

At 42% of local median household income ($77,096/yr), ZIP 96815 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.9% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 96815?

As of August 17, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 96815 (Honolulu, HI) is $2,711. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 96815 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 96815's median rent of $2,711/mo is $749 (38%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo.

How does ZIP 96815 compare to other ZIPs in Hawaii?

ZIP 96815 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Hawaii, ranking #20 out of 30 ZIPs at $2,711/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 96815?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $108,000/year (~$52/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,711/mo in ZIP 96815. The local median household income is $77,096/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 96815?

Rent in ZIP 96815 has decreased 1.9% over the past year as of August 17, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 96815 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 96815 is considered stretched for renters. At $2,711/mo, rent takes approximately 42% of the local median household income ($77,096/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 96815 significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

What percentage of ZIP 96815 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 55.1% of ZIP 96815 households are renters, while 44.9% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 96815 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 96815 compare to the rest of Honolulu?

ZIP 96815 is pricier than Honolulu as a whole. At $2,711/mo, it's $33 above the Honolulu citywide median of $2,678/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 96815 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 96815 reflects August 17, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
42%
STRETCHED

At $2,711/mo, rent takes ~42% of ZIP 96815's median household income ($77,096/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 96815 42%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–11%
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