Honokaa, HI

Hawaii

Honokaa is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 2,353. Residents earn $85,556 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,353 Population 1,115/sq mi density
$85,556 Median Income $27,599 per capita
$551,800 Home Value $645,846 Zillow
$1,145 Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,556 median income, 1.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$551,800 home value, $1,145/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,556
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $551,800
96% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,145
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.6%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,353
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density1,115/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 16%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,556
Per Capita$27,599
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$12,193M
Commute34 min

Housing

B
Home Value$551,800
Rent$1,145
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$645,846

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain90.4 in/yr
Elevation1,115 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+88.9%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 63%
Commute34 min
Libraries12

Is Honokaa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Honokaa receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. 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. Honokaa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Honokaa is $85,556, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Honokaa is $551,800, making it a premium housing market at 96% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,145 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Honokaa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 90.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Honokaa has a population of 2,353 with a density of 1,115 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (16.1%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

2,353
Total Population
1,115
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Honokaa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.8%
25% below US avg
Spanish41.2%
207% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Honokaa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Honokaa is $85,556, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Honokaa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,556
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$27,599
Avg Weekly Wage$1,113
IRS Avg AGI$68,663

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% 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 Rate0.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Honokaa is $551,800, 96% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,145 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $645,846.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$551,800
96% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$645,846
Median List Price$540,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$540,000
$/Sq Ft$711
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,145
2% below 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-Occupied77.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,582
31% above US avg
Effective Rate0.83%
In Honokaa, 23.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.6%
26% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure23.3%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate70.9%
Premature Death7,851/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Honokaa has an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 90.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average70.5°F
31% above US avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall90.4 inches
138% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,115 ft (340 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density1,115/sq mi
Coordinates20.0776°N, 155.4644°W
County FIPS15001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% 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+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+88.9%
School Test Score4.88
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,115/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities503
Restaurants490
Retail Stores624

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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