Average Rent in Maui County, HI↑ Rents rising 3.5% YoY

Maui County, HI has rental prices ranging from $1,186/month to $2,940/month in 2019, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,335/month — 5% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $95,076/year, spending $1,335/month on a 1-bedroom represents 17% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Maui County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,675/month, Maui County ranks #7 most expensive of the 7 cities tracked in Hawaii — pricier than 93% of all US cities in our data.

The Maui County Rental Market

The Maui County, HI area has a population of about 164,632 and 35% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Maui County, HI have risen by $56/month (3.5%) over the past year, from $1,619 to $1,675. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Maui County, HI without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $53,400. The local median household income of $95,076 exceeds that threshold by $41,676, making Maui County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Maui County, HI has an unemployment rate of 2.8%, 1.1 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.

Is Maui County, HI Affordable?

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Rent or Buy in Maui County?

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