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Located on the island of Oahu, Honolulu is Hawaii’s capital and largest city. It’s home to an estimated 974,000 residents, and nearly 20% of its population is made up of seniors aged 65 and over. A relaxing retirement destination for seniors, Honolulu offers a warm, coastal climate and an abundance of sunny days each year, as well as vast natural beauty. Seniors can find plenty to do in Honolulu, such as having a picnic, a swim or fun in the sun at the area’s more than 15 state parks and beaches, taking a dinner cruise and visiting the Polynesian Cultural Center.
An assisted living facility is a residential community with on-site nurses and support staff available to help seniors with certain personal care needs. These facilities may be a good fit for seniors who don’t need nursing-level care but can’t or don’t want to pay for around-the-clock care in their own home. In Honolulu, assisted living prices average $5,375 a month, equivalent to the state’s overall average.
Below, we provide information on how Honolulu’s prices compare to other areas, offer guidance on some ways to pay for assisted living and discuss local laws and regulations.
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COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Hawaii. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
According to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, the average monthly cost of assisted living in Honolulu is $5,375.
Compared to the state and national average, Honolulu’s average $5,375 monthly assisted living rates are equal to Hawaii’s, but nearly $900 more than the national average of $4,500.
While Honolulu’s average is equal to Hawaii’s overall monthly average of $5,375, assisted living is approximately $1,550 more per month compared to costs in the Kahului area. Up against cities outside the state, Honolulu’s prices are slightly higher than those in Los Angeles, CA ($5,250), but lower than those in San Diego ($5,475) and Anchorage, AK ($6,765).
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Hawaii.
| Contact | Description | |
| City and County of Honolulu Elderly Affairs Department | (808) 768-7700 | The Elderly Affairs Department operates under the guidance of the Hawaii Aging and Disability Resource Center. This organization is dedicated to preserving the independence of senior citizens and does so by facilitating a variety of senior assistance programs and services, including meal and transportation assistance, respite care and Medicare/benefits counseling. |
| Veterans Affairs – Honolulu Regional Office | (800) 827-1000 | Seniors who have served in the military are often eligible for health and financial benefits through Veterans Affairs. Veterans, their survivors and dependents can call or visit the Honolulu Regional Office for assistance with the application process and to receive information about other resources that are available throughout the city. |
| Catholic Charities Hawaii | (808) 521-4357 | Catholic Charities Hawaii provides a range of senior services, which include transportation services, case management, dementia support groups and assistance with benefits enrolment. |
| Honolulu Senior Club Programs | (808) 768-6892 | Senior Club Programs are available across the island of Oahu and offer a broad range of activities for seniors. Clubs facilitate and plan their own activities, which often include senior dances, outings and crafts. |
| Kapahulu Center | (808) 737-1748 | The Kapahulu Center is a nonprofit community center that’s open to Honolulu residents of all ages. It offers programs that are specific to seniors, including quilting, crafts and music lessons. While there is a nominal fee for membership, seniors can take part in programs a la carte, without purchasing a membership. Programs typically cost less than $10 for nonmembers. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Honolulu area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
