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Ewa Beach, HI Utility & Living Guide
ʻEwa Beach or simply ʻEwa is a census-designated place (CDP) located in ʻEwa District and the City & County of Honolulu along the coast of Māmala Bay on the leeward side of Oʻahu in Hawaii. As of the 2020 Census, the CDP had a total population of 16,415. The U.S. postal code for ʻEwa Beach is 96706.
Monthly Utility Costs
$200/mo
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$60/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1400/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $640,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The Ewa Beach housing market is highly competitive, with a mix of new developments and older homes. Prices have been rising in recent years due to the area’s growing popularity. Rentals are also in high demand, particularly for families and military personnel.
Cost of Living
120
+20% above national average
110
105
105
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 4.166% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| <p>State 4.166% + No County or City tax</p> | |
Hawaii has a state income tax with rates ranging from 1.4% to 11%
Family & Relocation
70
7.5/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Ewa Beach has a limited public transit system, but it is relatively stroller-friendly, with accessible buses and a growing network of bike lanes and pedestrian paths
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📊 Ewa Beach — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
In Ewa Beach, utility costs tend to be higher during the summer months due to increased air conditioning usage, while winter months see lower costs. However, the area's mild tropical climate means that heating costs are relatively low year-round.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 96706 has a property tax millage rate of 1.1%, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
8/10, with wide sidewalks, accessible parks, and a growing network of bike lanes and pedestrian paths, but some areas lack elevator access in transit and have limited family infrastructure
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