Kukuihaele, HI

Hawaii

Kukuihaele is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 366.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
366 Population 214/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $27,471 per capita
$571,400 Home Value
$1,078 Median Rent
79°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $571,400
103% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,078
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.0%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.4%
189% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population366
Median Age46.6 yrs
Density214/mi²
Male / Female56% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 37%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,471
Unemployment10.4%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$12,193M
Commute50 min

Housing

Home Value$571,400
Rent$1,078
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain9.0 in/yr
Elevation533 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+98.5%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 63%
Commute50 min
Libraries12

Is Kukuihaele a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kukuihaele receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Kukuihaele offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.4%, unemployment is notably high. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kukuihaele is $571,400, making it a premium housing market at 103% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,078 per month.

Education

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kukuihaele has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Kukuihaele has a population of 366 with a density of 214 people per square mile. The median age is 46.6 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (37.2%), with 4.4% Hispanic.

Population

366
Total Population
214
People / sq mi
46.6yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.5%
Female 44.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Kukuihaele vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only40.9%
48% below US avg
Spanish59.1%
341% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kukuihaele vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kukuihaele is N/A. The unemployment rate is 10.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes.

Income: Kukuihaele vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$27,471
Avg Weekly Wage$1,113
IRS Avg AGI$68,663

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.4%
189% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% below 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 Rate0.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time50.2 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Kukuihaele is $571,400, 103% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,078 (7% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$571,400
103% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$411
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio90.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,078
7% below 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-Occupied80.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,582
31% above US avg
Effective Rate0.80%
In Kukuihaele, 27.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure23.7%
Asthma11.5%
COPD5.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate70.7%
Premature Death7,851/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Kukuihaele has an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.0 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation533 ft (162 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density214/sq mi
Coordinates20.1213°N, 155.5625°W
County FIPS15001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% 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+24.5%
27% below US avg
High School+98.5%
School Test Score4.88
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density214/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities503
Restaurants490
Retail Stores624

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute50.2 min
Work from Home3.7%

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