Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Kihei

Affordability in Kihei, HI

Kihei's median household income is $87,772 and the median gross rent is $2,045 per month, reflecting the high cost of housing on Maui -- making income-restricted rentals a critical resource for working renters. According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), roughly 41% of Kihei residents rent their homes.

Safety

Violent crime figures for Kihei are not available in FBI Crime Data Explorer at the city level, as local reporting boundaries may differ from city boundaries. For a general sense of public safety, the Maui Police Department serves the area and publishes local incident information on its website.

All 3 HUD-assisted properties in Kihei have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood hazard data.

Getting Around Kihei

According to Walk Score, the area around Kihei's assisted properties scores 64 (Somewhat Walkable) for walking and 55 for biking. No Transit Score is available for this area. Note that these scores reflect conditions near the assisted properties specifically.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 5 public schools across 1 district serve Kihei, including 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Living in Kihei

Kihei is a high-cost rental market. The median gross rent is $2,045 per month and the median household income is $87,772 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. Affordable and income-restricted units can offer significant savings for qualifying renters in this market.

Environment & Flood Risk

All 3 HUD-assisted properties in Kihei have been mapped for flood zone data, and none fall within a high-risk flood zone. Flood exposure among these properties is currently low.