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About Kauai

Kauai, USA 🌺🌊 is a stunning island escape for digital nomads who love nature and a slower pace. Expect epic beaches, lush scenery, and a peaceful vibe that’s great for focused work and outdoor breaks. Wi‑Fi can be spotty outside main towns, and the cost of living is high, so it’s best for flexible, remote-friendly travelers. 💻🏝️

Through the year

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0° 10° 20° 30° Jan: 185 mm Feb: 184 mm Mar: 230 mm Apr: 297 mm May: 242 mm Jun: 143 mm Jul: 153 mm Aug: 121 mm Sep: 146 mm Oct: 157 mm Nov: 145 mm Dec: 207 mm Jan: 16°C / 8°C Feb: 16°C / 8°C Mar: 16°C / 9°C Apr: 16°C / 10°C May: 17°C / 10°C Jun: 18°C / 11°C Jul: 19°C / 12°C Aug: 19°C / 12°C Sep: 19°C / 12°C Oct: 19°C / 11°C Nov: 17°C / 10°C Dec: 16°C / 10°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 2.4
Internet Speed 7.3
Digital Nomad Popularity 3.0
Safety 8.4
Weather 7.8
Accommodation Cost 1.7
Nomad Friendly 4.8
Racial Tolerance 7.8
Updated 3 weeks ago

Quick costs

Quick costs in Kauai
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $1,900.00 per month
Coffee $5.00 per cup
Beer $6.00 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $18.00 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $45.00 per month
Mobile Plan $40.00 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $70.00 per month
Coworking Space $250.00 per month

Other cities in United States

Other cities in United States
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 New York $7,270 6.7 Compare
2 Austin $5,545 6.7 Compare
3 Santa Monica $5,680 6.7 Compare
4 Chicago $5,375 6.7 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Betio KI Kiribati $1,104 3.3 Compare
2 Hilo US United States $3,760 5.4 Compare
3 Reno US United States $3,580 6.1 Compare
4 North Tarawa KI Kiribati $987 3.7 Compare

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