Hanalei, HI

Hawaii

Hanalei is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 239. Residents earn $114,375 per year, which is 52% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
239 Population 351/sq mi density
$114,375 Median Income $47,333 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value $3,391,175 Zillow
$2,500 Median Rent 40.0% income on rent
74°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$114,375 median income, 5.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value, $2,500/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
64.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $114,375
52% higher than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 64.8%
92% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,500
115% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.3%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population239
Median Age65.3 yrs
Density351/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A
Median Income$114,375
Per Capita$47,333
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$5,552M
Commute23 min

Housing

F
Home Value$2,000,001
Rent$2,500
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$3,391,175
Rent Burden40.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain75.2 in/yr
Elevation9 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+64.8%
High School+86.4%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute23 min
EV Stations2
Libraries6

Is Hanalei a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hanalei receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Hanalei offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hanalei is $114,375, which is significantly higher than the national average — 52% above $75,149. This places Hanalei among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hanalei is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,500 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 17.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Hanalei is a highly educated community — 64.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hanalei has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 75.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Hanalei has a population of 239 with a density of 351 people per square mile. The median age is 65.3 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.3%).

Population

239
Total Population
351
People / sq mi
65.3yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.7%
Female 60.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hanalei vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.3%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.7%
13% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hanalei vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hanalei is $114,375, which is 52% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Hanalei vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$114,375
52% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,333
Avg Weekly Wage$1,149
IRS Avg AGI$79,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below 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 Rate0.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Work from Home35.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Hanalei is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,500 (115% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $3,391,175.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$3,391,175

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$1,360
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.5%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,500
115% above US avg
Rent Burden40.0%

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-Occupied74.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,172
19% above US avg
Effective Rate0.21%
In Hanalei, 25.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% report depression. 16.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.3%
21% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity16.9%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate70.8%
Premature Death5,801/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Hanalei has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 75.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average73.7°F
36% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall75.2 inches
98% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation9 ft (3 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density351/sq mi
Coordinates22.2038°N, 159.4977°W
County FIPS15007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 64.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% 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+64.8%
92% above US avg
High School+86.4%
School Test Score4.88
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density351/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities213
Restaurants291
Retail Stores350

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Work from Home35.2%

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