Kalihiwai, HI

Hawaii

Kalihiwai is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 232. Residents earn $103,333 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
232 Population 88/sq mi density
$103,333 Median Income $61,793 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value
$2,450 Median Rent 25.3% income on rent
74°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$103,333 median income, 5.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value, $2,450/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,333
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.9%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,450
111% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population232
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density88/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 47%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,333
Per Capita$61,793
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$5,552M
Commute33 min

Housing

F
Home Value$2,000,001
Rent$2,450
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden25.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain75.2 in/yr
Elevation221 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.9%
High School+95.7%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute33 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries6

Is Kalihiwai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kalihiwai receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Kalihiwai offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kalihiwai is $103,333, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Kalihiwai among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kalihiwai is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,450 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 19.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kalihiwai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 75.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Kalihiwai has a population of 232 with a density of 88 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47.4%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 4.3% Black.

Population

232
Total Population
88
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.3%
Female 42.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Kalihiwai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kalihiwai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kalihiwai is $103,333, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Kalihiwai vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,333
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$61,793
Avg Weekly Wage$1,149
IRS Avg AGI$79,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,468
County GDP$5,552M

Business (County)

Restaurants291
Healthcare213
Retail350
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,172
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Kalihiwai is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,450 (111% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,450
111% above US avg
Rent Burden25.3%

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-Occupied68.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,172
19% above US avg
Effective Rate0.21%
In Kalihiwai, 29.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.3%
9% below US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma12.3%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Checkup Rate71.4%
Premature Death5,801/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access92.9%
Healthcare Facilities213

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Kalihiwai has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 75.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average73.7°F
36% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall75.2 inches
98% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation221 ft (67 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates22.2176°N, 159.4492°W
County FIPS15007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 33.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.5-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.3%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 19.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.9%
1% above US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score4.88
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density88/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities213
Restaurants291
Retail Stores350

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

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