The Best Places to Retire in Hawaii
4 cities ranked
Every Hawaii retirement city, scored on 20 years of hourly weather, an itemized cost of living, and a happiness index built from federal data — then re-ranked live around your budget and ideal temperatures. When a city clicks, explore the 55+ communities inside it.
Hawaii's cities, ranked for retirees
Updated September 25, 2026 · how we rank →
Rank byweather + happiness, within your budget
4 cities across Hawaii · ranked for a typical buyer · 4 demoted over your $375k home budget
Found a place you like?
Create a free account to keep this list ranked your way and explore the 55+ communities inside these cities — photos, pricing, amenities, and local agents.