Is it expensive to live on Kauai?

Is Kauai Expensive to Live On? There's no doubt about it: Kauai is an expensive place to live. In fact, it's one of the more expensive Hawaiian Islands to live on. A lot of the cost is driven by Kauai's housing prices, which can be the highest in Hawaii.



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The housing market is unaffordable for many locals. And the going rate for a modest housing rental has reached a fever pitch and Kauai real estate agents say there has been a net loss of rental property inventory as home owners during the pandemic sold their rental properties as home values skyrocketed.

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Most of the most expensive homes on Kauai are located on Kauai's north (Kilauea and Princeville) or south shores (Poipu). Oftentimes near the ocean or overlooking the ocean. Is it your dream to be right on the ocean?

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Kaua'i's 10 percent increase in homelessness mirrors an increase throughout the major neighbor islands. On Kaua'i, Maui, and Hawai'i Island, the total one-day homelessness increased from 2,022 persons in 2022 to 2,195 in 2023 (up 9 percent).

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High demand and limited infrastructure. There are several factors that contribute to the high cost of living in Kauai, making it an expensive place to live and visit. One of the main reasons is the combination of high demand and limited infrastructure.

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In 2021, Kauai County, HI had a population of 73.2k people with a median age of 42.3 and a median household income of $86,287. Between 2020 and 2021 the population of Kauai County, HI grew from 71,949 to 73,247, a 1.8% increase and its median household income grew from $82,818 to $86,287, a 4.19% increase.

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In 2020, of the 1,277 Index Crimes reported: • Property crimes accounted for 84.8% (1,083). Violent crimes accounted for 15.2% (194). Kauai County's total Index Crime rate in 2020 was at its lowest level on record since the start of statewide data collection in 1975.

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The Index Crime rate decreased 58.0%. In 2020, of the 1,277 Index Crimes reported: • Property crimes accounted for 84.8% (1,083). Violent crimes accounted for 15.2% (194). Kauai County's total Index Crime rate in 2020 was at its lowest level on record since the start of statewide data collection in 1975.

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Kauai is also famous for its stunning natural attractions, from the majestic Waimea Canyon to the awe-inspiring Napali Coast. And let's not forget about the island's rich culture and history, delicious food, and the warm Aloha spirit of its people.

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Kauai is the winner It has a variety of views and terrain to see. Rocky coastlines, beautiful beaches, lush jungles, and mountains and valleys. There is so much to see and do.

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Kauai has lots of rich history compared to the other islands since it's the oldest. It's also the smallest of the Hawaiian islands and feels less developed than spots like Maui or Oahu, though there are resort areas on the south and east shores and near the north of the island.

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Zuckerberg and wife, Priscilla Chan, paid $17 million last month for 110 acres of agricultural land on Kauai, bringing their total Hawaii property holdings to more than 1,400 acres, the Honolulu Star-Advertiser reported.

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Zuckerberg and wife, Priscilla Chan, paid $17 million last month for 110 acres of agricultural land on Kauai, bringing their total Hawaii property holdings to more than 1,400 acres, the Honolulu Star-Advertiser reported.

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Who owns Kauai? After the State of Hawaii, who owns over 155,000 acres on Kauai, the Robinson Family is the second-largest landowner at over 55,000 acres (excluding their Niihau acres), and then Grove Farm is the third-largest landowner at over 30,000 acres.

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