Haleiwa, HI

Hawaii · Metropolitan Area

Haleiwa is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 4,671. Residents earn $93,977 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,671 Population 1,517/sq mi density
$93,977 Median Income $48,293 per capita
$1,081,100 Home Value $1,648,960 Zillow
$2,071 Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$93,977 median income, 1.9% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,081,100 home value, $2,071/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,977
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,081,100
284% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.6%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,071
78% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.7%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,671
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density1,517/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 26%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,977
Per Capita$48,293
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$87,066M
Commute32 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,081,100
Rent$2,071
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,648,960

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Elevation9 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.6%
High School+93.4%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 60%
Commute32 min
EV Stations1
Libraries25

Is Haleiwa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Haleiwa receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Haleiwa has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Haleiwa is $93,977, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Haleiwa is $1,081,100, making it a premium housing market at 284% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,071 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Haleiwa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Haleiwa has a population of 4,671 with a density of 1,517 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (26.1%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

4,671
Total Population
1,517
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Haleiwa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.0%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.0%
64% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Haleiwa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Haleiwa is $93,977, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Haleiwa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,977
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,293
Avg Weekly Wage$1,343
IRS Avg AGI$87,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)31,849
County GDP$87,066M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,617
Healthcare2,562
Retail2,678
Manufacturing447

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,790
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.9 min
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Haleiwa is $1,081,100, 284% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,071 (78% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,648,960.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,081,100
284% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,648,960
Median List Price$2,974,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$2,974,500
$/Sq Ft$1,111
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio99.2%
Price Drops29.4%
Inventory17

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,071
78% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$3,253

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-Occupied58.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,790
8% above US avg
Effective Rate0.35%
In Haleiwa, 28.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.7% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.7%
11% below US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD4.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression18.7%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death6,042/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities2,562

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)54

Safety Score

Haleiwa has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average74.4°F
38% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.0 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation9 ft (3 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density1,517/sq mi
Coordinates21.6024°N, 158.0956°W
County FIPS15003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 21.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.3%
D 59.9%

Winner: Democrat by 21.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.6%
33% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score4.88
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,517/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities2,562
Restaurants2,617
Retail Stores2,678

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)54

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.9 min
Work from Home5.4%

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