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Kalaheo, HI Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
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$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1400/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $420,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Kalaheo is competitive, with a mix of older homes and new developments. Prices are relatively high due to the area’s natural beauty and limited inventory. Rentals are also in high demand, particularly for families and retirees.
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
105
100
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 4.166% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| <p>State 4.166% + County 0% + City 0%</p> | |
Hawaii has a progressive state income tax with rates ranging from 1.4% to 11%.
Family & Relocation
60
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Kalaheo has a limited public transportation system, but the area is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks.
- Kauai Children's Discovery Museum
- Lydgate Beach Park
- Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge
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📰 Live Local News
Kauai County has strict regulations on short-term rentals and requires permits for certain types of businesses.
Financial Tools
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- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Kalaheo — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Kalaheo tend to be higher in the summer months due to increased demand for air conditioning, while winter months see lower costs due to mild temperatures. However, the area's trade winds and natural ventilation can help reduce energy consumption year-round.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 96741 has a property tax millage rate of 1.1%, with no local surtaxes specific to Kauai County.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 6/10: Kalaheo has some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks, but the area's rural roads and lack of elevators in some public buildings can make navigation challenging for families with strollers.
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