Hanapepe, HI

Hawaii

Hanapepe is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 2,288. Residents earn $90,319 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,288 Population 2,460/sq mi density
$90,319 Median Income $36,757 per capita
$736,000 Home Value $781,844 Zillow
$2,021 Median Rent
76°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$90,319 median income, 5.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$736,000 home value, $2,021/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,319
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $736,000
161% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,021
74% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.2%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,288
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density2,460/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 9%

Economy

A
Median Income$90,319
Per Capita$36,757
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$5,552M
Commute25 min

Housing

C
Home Value$736,000
Rent$2,021
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$781,844

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain23.4 in/yr
Elevation30 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+92.5%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute25 min
Libraries6

Is Hanapepe a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hanapepe is $90,319, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hanapepe is $736,000, making it a premium housing market at 161% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,021 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hanapepe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Hanapepe has a population of 2,288 with a density of 2,460 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (9.3%).

Population

2,288
Total Population
2,460
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hanapepe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.9%
1% above US avg
Spanish21.1%
57% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hanapepe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hanapepe is $90,319, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Hanapepe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,319
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,757
Avg Weekly Wage$1,149
IRS Avg AGI$79,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% 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 Rate0.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hanapepe is $736,000, 161% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,021 (74% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $781,844.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$736,000
161% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$781,844
Median List Price$1,099,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,099,000
$/Sq Ft$697
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio83.5%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,021
74% 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-Occupied72.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,172
19% above US avg
Effective Rate0.57%
In Hanapepe, 25.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.5% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.2%
21% below US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression17.5%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death5,801/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Hanapepe has an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average76.0°F
41% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.4 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density2,460/sq mi
Coordinates21.9133°N, 159.5882°W
County FIPS15007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below 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+19.5%
42% below US avg
High School+92.5%
School Test Score4.88
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density2,460/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities213
Restaurants291
Retail Stores350

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Work from Home0.8%

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