Average Utility Costs in Kaneohe, HI

Estimated monthly utility costs (1,000 kWh + 5,000 gal)

Average monthly utility costs in Kaneohe, HI are about $547.47, based on 1,000 kWh of electricity and 5,000 gallons of water, plus sewer and trash fees. See the full breakdown and sources below.

Total estimated monthly utilities

$547.47

Estimated average monthly utilities in Kaneohe are ~$547.47 (1,000 kWh + 5,000 gal assumptions). Average water bill estimate: ~$46.30/mo at 5,000 gallons.

Data freshness: last verified 2026-02-25
  • Electric $400.47 (73%)
  • Water $46.30 (8%)
  • Sewer $100.70 (18%)
  • Trash $0.00 (0%)

Utilities here are about 5% higher than the Hawaii city average, driven mainly by sewer.

  • In Hawaii, heating and cooling often makes electric the largest share of the bill.
  • Our electric estimate uses delivery rates from the tariff; supply charges vary monthly and we estimated them for comparison. Verify with your provider for current rates.
  • Trash and recycling are funded by the municipality at no direct monthly fee to residents; collection may be provided by a contracted hauler. Check your bill for any fees.

Water

Confirmed
Provider
Honolulu Board of Water Supply
Base charge
$15.95/mo
Volumetric rate
$6.07/1,000 gal
Assumed usage
5,000 gal
Monthly total
$46.30
boardofwatersupply.com· verified 2026-02-25

Sewer

Confirmed
Method
flat
Monthly total
$100.70
honolulu.gov· verified 2026-02-25

Trash

Confirmed
Monthly fee
$0.00

No separate fee; city curbside.

honolulu.gov· verified 2026-02-25

Total estimated monthly utilities

$547.47

What changes your bill most?

  • Electric is about 73% of your estimated utilities here.
  • Every 100 kWh changes your total by about $38.50.
  • Water increases by about $6.07 per additional 1,000 gallons.

Assumptions

  • Electric: 1000 kWh/month
  • Water: 5,000 gallons/month

What these labels mean

  • Confirmed — From this area's rate schedule.
  • Benchmark — From an official typical (e.g. state commission 1,000 kWh); not city-specific.
  • Delivery only — Regulated delivery charges only (e.g. Texas); supply varies by plan.
  • Estimated — From other or incomplete sources; use as a rough guide.
Sources

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Nearby Cities Utility Costs

Other cities in Honolulu County. Click a city for full breakdowns.

CityEst. total/mo
Kaneohe (this)$547.47
Urban Honolulu$547.47
East Honolulu$547.47
Pearl City$547.47
Waipahu$547.47
Kailua$547.47

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FAQ

Trash in Kaneohe is provided by the city as part of municipal utilities and is billed at a monthly fee. Rates and services are set by the local government; our estimate uses the fee from Honolulu Refuse Division – Curbside Collection.
We use base charges and per-unit rates from official provider pages. Electric = base + (rate × assumed kWh). Water = base + (rate per 1,000 gal × assumed gallons / 1,000). Sewer is either a flat fee or a percentage of water. Trash is a fixed monthly fee. See the Methodology page for full formulas.
Actual bills depend on your usage, seasonal rates, taxes, fees, and provider-specific rules. Our estimates use fixed assumed usage (e.g., 1,000 kWh, 5,000 gal) for comparison. Your home may use more or less.
Each component shows a 'last verified' date. We aim to update from official sources periodically; always confirm current rates on the provider's site before making decisions.

Learn more

For tips on understanding your bill, comparing cities, and how electric and utility rates work by state, see our blog. Compare Kaneohe with another city side-by-side, or see how we calculate estimates.