Koloa, HI

Hawaii

Koloa is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 2,327. Residents earn $76,316 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,327 Population 1,862/sq mi density
$76,316 Median Income $37,257 per capita
$873,900 Home Value $1,237,736 Zillow
$1,505 Median Rent
77°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$76,316 median income, 6.6% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$873,900 home value, $1,505/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,316
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $873,900
210% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,505
29% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.6%
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,327
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density1,862/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 26%

Economy

B+
Median Income$76,316
Per Capita$37,257
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$5,552M
Commute17 min

Housing

F
Home Value$873,900
Rent$1,505
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,237,736

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.4%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F
AQI24 (Good)
Elevation205 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+93.6%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute17 min
EV Stations5
Libraries6

Is Koloa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Koloa receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Koloa has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Koloa is $76,316, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Koloa is $873,900, making it a premium housing market at 210% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,505 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Koloa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Koloa has a population of 2,327 with a density of 1,862 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (25.7%), with 4.6% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

2,327
Total Population
1,862
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Koloa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.1%
11% below US avg
Spanish29.9%
123% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Koloa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Koloa is $76,316, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Koloa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,316
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,257
Avg Weekly Wage$1,149
IRS Avg AGI$79,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% 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 Rate0.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Koloa is $873,900, 210% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,505 (29% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,237,736.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$873,900
210% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,237,736

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,505
29% 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-Occupied48.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,172
19% above US avg
Effective Rate0.48%
In Koloa, 22.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% report depression. 17.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.6%
30% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure25.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity17.6%
Depression17.4%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death5,801/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Koloa has an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.4°F
43% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation205 ft (62 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density1,862/sq mi
Coordinates21.9030°N, 159.4611°W
County FIPS15007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.3%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 19.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score4.88
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,862/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities213
Restaurants291
Retail Stores350

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Work from Home5.6%

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