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Hawaii Mortgage Calculator
Account for property taxes near 0.3% - 0.5% and insurance for hurricane, lava, and salt air corrosion coverage before you make an offer.
Start with Hawaii-specific assumptions, then fine-tune the calculator for your target county.
Hawaii homeowners juggle unique costs, from taxes to insurance. This guide walks you through each input so the mortgage calculator reflects real life in Hawaii.
What to review
- Model property taxes in Hawaii between 0.3% - 0.5% and include any county or city assessments.
- Add homeowners insurance estimates that capture hurricane, lava, and salt air corrosion coverage.
- Compare payments across neighborhoods that follow Honolulu, Maui, and Kona resort-driven price pressures.
Quick tips
- Claim local tax breaks
- Most counties in Hawaii offer homestead or primary residence exemptions. Update the tax input after qualifying to keep escrow accurate.
- Quote insurance annually
- Request annual premiums that include hurricane, lava, and salt air corrosion coverage and divide by twelve so the calculator mirrors your escrow payment.
- Watch market momentum
- Track Honolulu, Maui, and Kona resort-driven price pressures and refresh the calculator whenever list prices or assessments change.
Common questions
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How are property taxes calculated in Hawaii?
Hawaii assessors apply local millage rates that usually land near 0.3% - 0.5%. Multiply the assessed value by the rate, add special district fees, and plug the annual total into the tax field.
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Does Hawaii offer down payment assistance?
Yes. Explore programs such as HHFDC down payment assistance and Hula Mae affordable loan programs. Test smaller down payments in the calculator after factoring assistance or grants.
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What insurance coverage should I plan for in Hawaii?
Work with insurers to include hurricane, lava, and salt air corrosion coverage. Enter the combined annual premium so the calculator reflects your full housing cost.