Hawi, HI

Hawaii

Hawi is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 1,720. Residents earn $85,197 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,720 Population 212/sq mi density
$85,197 Median Income $39,879 per capita
$662,500 Home Value $805,845 Zillow
$1,898 Median Rent
79°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$85,197 median income, 4.2% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$662,500 home value, $1,898/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,197
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $662,500
135% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.3%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,898
63% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,720
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density212/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 23%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,197
Per Capita$39,879
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$12,193M
Commute32 min

Housing

C
Home Value$662,500
Rent$1,898
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$805,845

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain9.0 in/yr
Elevation887 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.3%
High School+98.1%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 63%
Commute32 min
Libraries12

Is Hawi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hawi receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Hawi offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hawi is $85,197, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.8% 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 Hawi is $662,500, making it a premium housing market at 135% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,898 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hawi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Hawi has a population of 1,720 with a density of 212 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (23%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

1,720
Total Population
212
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
8.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hawi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only55.9%
29% below US avg
Spanish44.1%
229% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hawi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hawi is $85,197, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Hawi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,197
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,879
Avg Weekly Wage$1,113
IRS Avg AGI$68,663

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,367
County GDP$12,193M

Business (County)

Restaurants490
Healthcare503
Retail624
Manufacturing110

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,582
31% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.9 min
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Hawi is $662,500, 135% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,898 (63% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $805,845.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$662,500
135% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$805,845

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,898
63% 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-Occupied76.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,582
31% above US avg
Effective Rate0.69%
In Hawi, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 18.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
17% below US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure23.4%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity18.5%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate70.8%
Premature Death7,851/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access76.7%
Healthcare Facilities503

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Hawi has an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.0 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation887 ft (270 m)
Area8.1 sq mi (21.0 km²)
Population Density212/sq mi
Coordinates20.2274°N, 155.8396°W
County FIPS15001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 28.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 34.7%
D 63%

Winner: Democrat by 28.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.3%
7% below US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score4.88
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density212/sq mi
Total Area8.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities503
Restaurants490
Retail Stores624

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.9 min
Work from Home9.4%

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