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STUDY: Has your rent recently gone up in Honolulu?

Affording the average rent in some of the nation's largest cities can require a six-figure income, a new report says. (Getty)

HONOLULU (KHON2) – Hawaii is one of the most expensive places to live in, making finding affordable rental units hard. 

Zumper came out with their findings on the average rent for a one, two or studio apartment in the Honolulu area. 

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According to Zumper, as of Dec. 3 2022 the average price for a one-bedroom apartment in Honolulu is $1,800. This comes to a six percent increase compared to this time last year.

Over the past month Zumper reports the average rent for a studio apartment increasing by five percent to $1,525. 

Good news for those looking at two-bedroom rentals in Honolulu area. The average price for a two-bedroom actually decreased by three percent and costs around $2,323. 

For more information on rental prices in Honolulu and to view Zumper’s list of affordable spots head to their website

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They note finding an affordable rental that allows pets will increase the budget. So, keep that in mind if you are specifically looking for pet friendly apartments.