Kaloko, HI

Hawaii

Kaloko is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 1,555. Residents earn $104,167 per year, which is 39% above the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,555 Population 115/sq mi density
$104,167 Median Income $35,238 per capita
$1,143,400 Home Value
$1,898 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$104,167 median income, 7.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,143,400 home value, $1,898/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $104,167
39% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,143,400
306% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.3%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,898
63% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.3%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,555
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density115/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 42%

Economy

B+
Median Income$104,167
Per Capita$35,238
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$12,193M
Commute31 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,143,400
Rent$1,898
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Elevation2,943 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.3%
High School+92.1%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 63%
Commute31 min
Libraries12

Is Kaloko a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kaloko receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Kaloko has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kaloko is $104,167, which is significantly higher than the national average — 39% above $75,149. This places Kaloko among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kaloko is $1,143,400, making it a premium housing market at 306% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,898 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kaloko experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Kaloko has a population of 1,555 with a density of 115 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (41.6%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

1,555
Total Population
115
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
13.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kaloko vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kaloko vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kaloko is $104,167, which is 39% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Kaloko vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$104,167
39% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,238
Avg Weekly Wage$1,113
IRS Avg AGI$68,663

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% 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 Rate0.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kaloko is $1,143,400, 306% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,898 (63% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,143,400
306% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$555
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio89.2%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,898
63% 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-Occupied57.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,582
31% above US avg
Effective Rate0.40%
In Kaloko, 28.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.3%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure24.3%
Asthma12.0%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity18.9%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate70.8%
Premature Death7,851/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Kaloko has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 49°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.3 inches
62% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,943 ft (897 m)
Area13.5 sq mi (35.0 km²)
Population Density115/sq mi
Coordinates19.7284°N, 155.9537°W
County FIPS15001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 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 28.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 34.7%
D 63%

Winner: Democrat by 28.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.3%
34% below US avg
High School+92.1%
School Test Score4.88
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density115/sq mi
Total Area13.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities503
Restaurants490
Retail Stores624

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Work from Home4.0%

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