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Kualapuu, HI
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Kualapuu, HI
At a Glance
How Kualapuu Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kualapuu's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kualapuu a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kualapuu residents earn a median household income of $52,500 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,819. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.4% 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 Kualapuu is $258,900 , 8% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $401,614. Median rent is $1,500/month, with 28.7% 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 1973.
Safety & Crime
Kualapuu 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
20.0% of adults in Kualapuu hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below the national average). 94.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kualapuu 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.