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Kaunakakai, HI
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Kaunakakai, HI
At a Glance
How Kaunakakai Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kaunakakai's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kaunakakai a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kaunakakai residents earn a median household income of $76,944 , which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,048. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,892 business establishments, including 571 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kaunakakai is $335,200 , 19% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $401,614. Median rent is $905/month, with 34.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Kaunakakai reports 232 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 39% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,045/100K.
Education
16.8% of adults in Kaunakakai hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 89.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kaunakakai has an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.