Helemano, HI

Hawaii · Metropolitan Area

Helemano is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 3,206. Residents earn $82,659 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
3,206 Population 6,821/sq mi density
$82,659 Median Income $34,718 per capita
N/A Home Value
$3,037 Median Rent
73°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$82,659 median income, 3.9% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$3,037/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,659
10% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.3%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $3,037
161% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,206
Median Age23.0 yrs
Density6,821/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

A
Median Income$82,659
Per Capita$34,718
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$87,066M
Commute20 min

Housing

D
Home ValueN/A
Rent$3,037
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Elevation1,110 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.3%
High School+99.1%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 60%
Commute20 min
Libraries25

Is Helemano a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Helemano receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Helemano offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Helemano is $82,659, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $3,037 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Helemano has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Helemano has a population of 3,206 with a density of 6,821 people per square mile. The median age is 23.0 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.9%), with 6.8% Hispanic, 18.8% Black.

Population

3,206
Total Population
6,821
People / sq mi
23.0yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Helemano vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.8%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.2%
28% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Helemano vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Helemano is $82,659, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Helemano vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,659
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,718
Avg Weekly Wage$1,343
IRS Avg AGI$87,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% 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

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $3,037 (161% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,037
161% 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-Occupied0.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,790
8% above US avg
In Helemano, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.4% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD4.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.8%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death6,042/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)54

Safety Score

Helemano has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average73.3°F
36% above US avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,110 ft (338 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density6,821/sq mi
Coordinates21.5361°N, 158.0195°W
County FIPS15003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% 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+22.3%
34% below US avg
High School+99.1%
School Test Score4.88
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,821/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities2,562
Restaurants2,617
Retail Stores2,678

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)54

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Work from Home3.0%

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