Kaneohe Base, HI

Hawaii · Metropolitan Area

Kaneohe Base is a small city in Hawaii with a population of 10,973. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
10,973 Population 2,494/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $30,661 per capita
$390,600 Home Value
$3,399 Median Rent
77°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 1.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$390,600 home value, $3,399/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $390,600
39% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.9%
12% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,399
192% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,973
Median Age22.7 yrs
Density2,494/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$30,661
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$87,066M
Commute11 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$390,600
Rent$3,399
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain27.8 in/yr
Elevation11 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.9%
High School+99.6%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 60%
Commute11 min
Libraries25

Is Kaneohe Base a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kaneohe Base receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Kaneohe Base stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kaneohe Base is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kaneohe Base is $390,600, 39% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $3,399 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kaneohe Base has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Kaneohe Base has a population of 10,973 with a density of 2,494 people per square mile. The median age is 22.7 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.4%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 6% Black.

Population

10,973
Total Population
2,494
People / sq mi
22.7yrs
Median Age
42% below US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.9%
Female 36.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kaneohe Base vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.5%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.5%
53% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kaneohe Base vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kaneohe Base is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Kaneohe Base vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,661
Avg Weekly Wage$1,343
IRS Avg AGI$87,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)31,849
County GDP$87,066M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,617
Healthcare2,562
Retail2,678
Manufacturing447

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,790
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.1 min
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Kaneohe Base is $390,600, 39% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,399 (192% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$390,600
39% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,399
192% 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-Occupied1.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,790
8% above US avg
Effective Rate0.97%
In Kaneohe Base, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Kaneohe Base vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.8%
1% below US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.4%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death6,042/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities2,562

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)54

Safety Score

Kaneohe Base has an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average76.6°F
42% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.8 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation11 ft (3 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²)
Population Density2,494/sq mi
Coordinates21.4454°N, 157.7514°W
County FIPS15003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 21.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.3%
D 59.9%

Winner: Democrat by 21.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.9%
12% above US avg
High School+99.6%
School Test Score4.88
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,494/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities2,562
Restaurants2,617
Retail Stores2,678

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)54

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.1 min
Work from Home4.8%

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