Median Age
45 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
24%
Honolulu
Honolulu, HI Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,735
Population
397,689
Renter Mix
52% Rent
Natural beauty meets urban sophistication in Hawaii’s capital
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Hawaii’s capital and largest city, Honolulu rests on the island of Oahu. Natural beauty and cosmopolitan luxury punctuate Honolulu, with plenty of environmental and sophisticated amenities in the city.
Nature lovers have the option of hiking the Diamond Head State Monument, relaxing on the pristine beaches at Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, admiring Manoa Falls, seeing professional surfers catch waves at the North Shore, and meeting an array of wildlife at Honolulu Zoo and Waikiki Aquarium.
Cultural amenities abound in Honolulu. You can learn more about Polynesian culture and natural history at the expansive Bishop Museum, appreciate the collection at the Honolulu Museum of Art, marvel at the ornate architecture of ‘Iolani Palace, and pay your respects at the USS Arizona Memorial. A host of upscale retailers and boutiques populate the Ala Moana Center while the Waikiki Strip touts a vibrant nightlife, top-rated restaurants, and various shops as well.
You’ll find that many Honolulu apartments are within minutes of all that the city has to offer. Rentals in Honolulu come in a variety of price points and styles, including apartments, condos, and houses. Getting around Honolulu is a breeze with access to I-H1.
Explore the City
Hula dancing is an important part of Polynesian culture
Enjoying the day at Waikiki Beach
Off the coast of Honolulu
Enjoy plenty of beautiful beaches
The first banyan tree was planted in Hawaii in 1873
Beautiful view of Diamond Head Beach
Demographics
Median Household Income
$82,847
Average: $110,136
Education
157,085
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
204,198
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Honolulu has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
52%
Non-Renters
48%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
32%
Other Education
68%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Honolulu, HI is $1,565 for a studio, $1,735 for one bedroom, $2,264 for two bedrooms, and $3,684 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Honolulu has decreased by -0.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,735/month
442 Sq Ft
House
$3,980/month
1,067 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,747/month
757 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,551/month
881 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Honolulu, HI is 83.8% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Honolulu is 199.1% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,565 - $3,684. You can expect to pay 31.6% more for groceries, 93.1% more for utilities, and 41.1% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Honolulu, HI is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
664 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
638 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
554 Students
Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
533 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
518 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
950 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
692 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
448 Students
Voyager - A Public Charter School
Public
Grades K-8
273 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
772 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,414 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,064 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,160 Students
President Theodore Roosevelt High School
Public
Grades 9-12
1,433 Students
Admiral Arthur W Radford High School
Public
Grades 9-12
1,267 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Lyon Arboretum
- Hawaii Nature Center-Oahu
- Waahila Ridge State Recreation Area
- Royal Mausoleum State Monument
- Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Wayside
Transit / Subway
Military Bases
Airports
- Daniel K Inouye International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.