Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Lahaina

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median gross rent in Lahaina is $1,997 per month, against a median household income of $88,889 per year, and renters make up 44% of occupied households. These figures reflect how competitive the local rental market can be, making income-restricted housing an important resource for many residents.

Safety

Violent crime rate data for Lahaina is not available through the FBI Crime Data Explorer at this time. For local public safety information, the Maui Police Department is the primary resource for current conditions in the area.

• Flood risk: All 4 assisted properties in Lahaina have been mapped for flood zones, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone according to HUD-assisted property data.

Getting Around Lahaina

No Walk Score, Transit Score, or Bike Score data is available for the assisted properties in Lahaina. Lahaina is a coastal resort town on Maui where most residents rely on a personal vehicle for daily trips, though the Maui Bus system does operate routes along the West Maui corridor.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 4 schools across 1 district serve Lahaina, including 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before making a decision.

Cost of Living & Rent in Lahaina, HI

Lahaina is an expensive rental market. The median household income is $88,889 per year and the median rent is $1,997 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. Affordable and income-based housing can make a significant difference for renters here.

Lahaina has 4 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties with a combined 143 units. Rents at these properties are tied to income limits rather than market rates, which are among the highest in Hawaii.

• Median household income: $88,889/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,997/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of residents who rent: 44% (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Income-restricted units available: 143 across 4 properties

Environment and Flood Risk

All 4 affordable housing properties in Lahaina have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, according to HUD-assisted property flood data.