Honomu, HI

Hawaii

Honomu is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 370. Residents earn $69,063 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
370 Population 804/sq mi density
$69,063 Median Income $45,804 per capita
$433,800 Home Value $678,823 Zillow
$1,450 Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,063 median income, 1.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$433,800 home value, $1,450/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
39.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,063
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $433,800
54% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.0%
16% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,450
25% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.6%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population370
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density804/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 30%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,063
Per Capita$45,804
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$12,193M
Commute36 min

Housing

B
Home Value$433,800
Rent$1,450
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$678,823

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain148.2 in/yr
Elevation254 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.0%
High School+96.0%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 63%
Commute36 min
Libraries12

Is Honomu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Honomu receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Honomu offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Honomu is $69,063, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Honomu is $433,800, making it a premium housing market at 54% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,450 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Honomu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 148.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Honomu has a population of 370 with a density of 804 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (29.7%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

370
Total Population
804
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Honomu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.4%
9% below US avg
Spanish28.6%
113% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Honomu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Honomu is $69,063, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Honomu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,063
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,804
Avg Weekly Wage$1,113
IRS Avg AGI$68,663

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate1.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.2 min
Work from Home21.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Honomu is $433,800, 54% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,450 (25% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $678,823.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$433,800
54% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$678,823

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,450
25% 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-Occupied76.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,582
31% above US avg
Effective Rate1.06%
In Honomu, 26.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.6%
17% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure24.2%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity20.0%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate70.8%
Premature Death7,851/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Honomu has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 148.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average71.4°F
32% above US avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall148.2 inches
290% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation254 ft (77 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density804/sq mi
Coordinates19.8701°N, 155.1099°W
County FIPS15001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 39.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% above 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+39.0%
16% above US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score4.88
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density804/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities503
Restaurants490
Retail Stores624

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.2 min
Work from Home21.1%

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