Haena, HI

Hawaii

Haena is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 571. Residents earn $128,333 per year, which is 71% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
571 Population 394/sq mi density
$128,333 Median Income $41,422 per capita
$1,166,700 Home Value
$2,725 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$128,333 median income, 2.3% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.5 / 5.0
$1,166,700 home value, $2,725/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
40.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $128,333
71% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,166,700
314% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.9%
21% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,725
134% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

How Haena Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population571
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density394/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

A+
Median Income$128,333
Per Capita$41,422
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$5,552M
Commute32 min

Housing

D
Home Value$1,166,700
Rent$2,725
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain57.3 in/yr
Elevation107 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.9%
High School+92.8%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute32 min
Libraries6

Is Haena a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Haena receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Haena offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Haena is $128,333, which is significantly higher than the national average — 71% above $75,149. This places Haena among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Haena is $1,166,700, making it a premium housing market at 314% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,725 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Haena enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Haena has a population of 571 with a density of 394 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.9%), with 12.8% Hispanic.

Population

571
Total Population
394
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Haena vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Haena vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Haena is $128,333, which is 71% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Haena vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$128,333
71% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,422
Avg Weekly Wage$1,149
IRS Avg AGI$79,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,468
County GDP$5,552M

Business (County)

Restaurants291
Healthcare213
Retail350
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,172
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Work from Home16.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Haena is $1,166,700, 314% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,725 (134% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,166,700
314% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$2,472
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.6%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,725
134% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,786
1 Bedroom$1,859
2 Bedrooms$2,433
3 Bedrooms$3,157
4 Bedrooms$3,779

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,172
19% above US avg
Effective Rate0.36%
In Haena, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 16.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Haena vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
17% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity16.6%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate70.9%
Premature Death5,801/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access92.9%
Healthcare Facilities213

Crime Rates: Haena vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Haena has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.3 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation107 ft (33 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density394/sq mi
Coordinates22.2185°N, 159.5611°W
County FIPS15007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 40.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.3%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 19.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.9%
21% above US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score4.88
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density394/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities213
Restaurants291
Retail Stores350

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Work from Home16.2%

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