Kalapana, HI

Hawaii

Kalapana is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 75. Residents earn $27,321 per year, which is 64% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
75 Population 49/sq mi density
$27,321 Median Income $21,205 per capita
$258,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$27,321 median income, 15.2% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.3 / 5.0
$258,300 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
65.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,321
64% lower than US avg
Home Value $258,300
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 65.2%
93% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.2%
322% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population75
Median Age64.3 yrs
Density49/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 45%
Veterans44.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$27,321
Per Capita$21,205
Unemployment15.2%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$12,193M

Housing

F
Home Value$258,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain229.1 in/yr
Elevation18 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+65.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 63%
CommuteN/A
Broadband35.0%
Libraries12

Is Kalapana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kalapana receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Kalapana has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kalapana is $27,321, 64% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kalapana is $258,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Kalapana is a highly educated community — 65.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kalapana enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 229.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Kalapana has a population of 75 with a density of 49 people per square mile. The median age is 64.3 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (45.3%), with 32% Hispanic.

Population

75
Total Population
49
People / sq mi
64.3yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36%
Female 64%

Race & Ethnicity

Kalapana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kalapana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kalapana is $27,321, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Kalapana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,321
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,205
Avg Weekly Wage$1,113
IRS Avg AGI$68,663

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.2%
322% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above 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 Rate1.77%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kalapana is $258,300, 8% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$258,300
8% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied89.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,582
31% above US avg
Effective Rate1.77%
In Kalapana, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease8.1%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma12.2%
COPD9.2%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress17.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.4%
Checkup Rate70.9%
Premature Death7,851/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Kalapana has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 229.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average67.0°F
24% above US avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall229.1 inches
503% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation18 ft (5 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density49/sq mi
Coordinates19.3566°N, 154.9752°W
County FIPS15001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 65.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 28.3-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 34.7%
D 63%

Winner: Democrat by 28.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+65.2%
93% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.88
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density49/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities503
Restaurants490
Retail Stores624

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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