Hawaii property tax: Census indicators
The 2020-2024 American Community Survey reports median yearly real estate taxes of $2,239 and median home value of $839,100 for owner-occupied homes in Hawaii. Their ratio is 0.27 %, 71 % below the national ratio.
Historical Census medians in Hawaii
| Owner-occupied housing measure | 2020-2024 ACS |
|---|---|
| Median yearly real estate taxes paid | $2,239 |
| Median home value | $839,100 |
| Ratio of the two medians | 0.27 % |
This table describes survey respondents, not tax on a purchase price. Use an assessor-confirmed yearly bill or estimate in the rental property calculator or cap rate calculator.
Hawaii Census property tax indicators by county
4 counties, highest ratio first. Highest: Hawaii County (0.28 %). Lowest: Maui County (0.16 %).
| County | Census ratio | Median tax | Median home value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii County | 0.28 % | $1,459 | $519,300 |
| Honolulu County | 0.28 % | $2,553 | $897,500 |
| Kauai County | 0.21 % | $1,866 | $873,200 |
| Maui County | 0.16 % | $1,466 | $904,700 |
Questions
What does the Hawaii Census property tax indicator mean?
It is 0.27 %: median yearly real estate taxes ($2,239) divided by median home value ($839,100) for owner-occupied homes in the 2020-2024 ACS. It is 71 % below the national ratio and ranks 51st among the 50 states and DC. It is not a current tax rate.
Which county in Hawaii has the highest Census ratio?
Hawaii County, at 0.28 % (median bill $1,459). The lowest is Maui County, at 0.16 %. These are ratios of survey medians, not applicable county tax rates.
Can this predict tax on a $300,000 rental in Hawaii?
No. A ratio of two survey medians is not a parcel tax rate or the median of individual rates. Ask the property assessor or tax collector for an assessment using the property address, purchase circumstances, exemptions and local levies.
About the data
Census indicator = median real estate taxes paid / median home value for owner-occupied homes. The ratio of two medians is not the median of individual property tax rates. The 2020-2024 survey is historical, excludes rental housing from these measures and carries sampling uncertainty, especially in small counties. It does not provide current levies, reassessment values or a bill for a specific parcel.
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Last updated November 7, 2026.