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Housing in Honolulu County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Honolulu County averages $2,083/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Hawaii median of $1,971 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 34% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Honolulu County FMR Area are $2,021 for a studio, $2,171 for 1‑bedroom, $2,845 for 2‑bedroom, $3,957 for 3‑bedroom, and $4,773 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $762 increase for a 2-bedroom in Honolulu County shows a 37% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Honolulu County was 2.7% in 2024, compared to Hawaii at 3.0% and the national rate of 4.0%.
