Where do the rich and famous live in Hawaii?

Hawaii Loa Ridge - Considered to be one of the most premier gated communities in Oahu, Hawaii Loa Ridge is located on the south shore of Oahu about 15 minutes away from Waikiki. Lavish homes have access to the best panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and eastern Oahu.



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Maui has a reputation for being a bit quieter than busy Oahu, and perhaps that's the reason so many celebrities have set up shop on the island. Check out who you might spot while on Maui.

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When it comes to the wealthiest cities in Hawaii, two neighborhoods stand out: Kahala and Hawaii Kai. These exclusive areas are known for their luxurious homes and stunning oceanfront views. Located on the eastern edge of Honolulu, Kahala is home to some of the most expensive real estate in the state.

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The Kohanaiki club isn't a place that you can just show up and hang out in: It's a 450-acre patch of land on the Kona Coast of Hawai'i, the Big Island where the richest of the rich—literally billionaires, as they claim—come to live in what essentially amounts to a luxury commune.

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Approximately 30 percent of Hawai?i's residents reportedly earn more than $100,000 each year, with 5.5 percent of residents reporting more than $200,000 in income annually.

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Oprah Winfrey and Jeff Bezos are among those who have part-time homes on the island. The wildfires that have killed at least 55 in Maui are burning on an island that also contains the part-time homes of billionaires, including Oprah Winfrey, Peter Thiel and Jeff Bezos.

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The seclusion and natural beauty of Maui have long attracted celebrities, including Steven Tyler, Owen Wilson, Woody Harrelson, Willie Nelson and Jim Carrey. It has also drawn a suite of tech executives, who have purchased some of the most expensive properties on the island.

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A new analysis by SmartAsset reveals just how much it takes to be in the top 1% in all 50 states. The benchmark varies by state to be considered among the top 1% of earners. In Hawaii, you need an income of at least $453,000.

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The largest landowner in Maui is the State of Hawaii. The state owns vast areas of land for conservation, public use, and government facilities. These lands include state parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and military bases.

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Pineapple Hill and Plantation Estates are the most exclusive locations for those who want the privilege of expansive land. The Plantation Estates surround the famous Plantation Golf Course and offer spectacular views of the course, the ocean, and the islands of Molokai and Lana.

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3. Jeff Bezos: La Perouse Bay estate. Amazon's magnate Jeff Bezos secured a 14-acre estate in La Perouse Bay last year for a whopping $78 million.

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The island beloved for its world-famous beaches, the sacred ?Iao Valley, views of migrating humpback whales (during winter months), farm-to-table cuisine and the magnificent sunrise and sunset from Haleakala.

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The Hawaii State Government. Of the approximately 4 million acres of land in Hawaii, the state government owns most of this.

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That means that even though there are plenty of appropriate places to build housing, the government doesn't allow it. Hawaii also has high taxes, and that makes everything more expensive. We have among the highest income taxes and tourism taxes.

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To date, the title for the most expensive house in the world is held by the Buckingham Palace in London. The larger-than-life property (which cannot be sold) is over 200 years old and is currently owned by King Charles III after the demise of the Queen of England, Elizabeth II.

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The various communities on the Big Island are the pinnacle of luxury: built on pure exclusivity, a meticulous eye for recreation (think of championship golf courses and world-class water sport facilities), and near-perfect weather that would draw any metropolis-weary soul languishing in the contiguous 48 states.

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