Launiupoko, HI

Hawaii · Metropolitan Area

Launiupoko is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 669. Residents earn $148,333 per year, which is 97% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
669 Population 126/sq mi density
$148,333 Median Income $79,925 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value
$3,501 Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$148,333 median income, 5.7% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value, $3,501/mo rent
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $148,333
97% higher than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.5%
44% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.9%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population669
Median Age54.6 yrs
Density126/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

A
Median Income$148,333
Per Capita$79,925
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty6.5%
Commute22 min

Housing

F
Home Value$2,000,001
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain23.3 in/yr
Elevation446 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.5%
High School+97.3%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 62%
Commute22 min
Libraries9

Is Launiupoko a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Launiupoko receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Launiupoko offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Launiupoko is $148,333, which is significantly higher than the national average — 97% above $75,149. This places Launiupoko among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Launiupoko is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 13.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Launiupoko has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Launiupoko has a population of 669 with a density of 126 people per square mile. The median age is 54.6 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.6%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

669
Total Population
126
People / sq mi
54.6yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Launiupoko vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Launiupoko vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Launiupoko is $148,333, which is 97% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Launiupoko vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$148,333
97% above US avg
Per Capita Income$79,925
Avg Weekly Wage$1,189
IRS Avg AGI$79,779

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,892

Business (County)

Restaurants571
Healthcare490
Retail762
Manufacturing136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,960
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Work from Home31.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Launiupoko is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg
Median List Price$3,750,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$3,750,000
$/Sq Ft$2,002
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio91.1%
Price Drops15.8%
Inventory19

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% 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-Occupied85.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,960
15% below US avg
Effective Rate0.15%
In Launiupoko, 27.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 15.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.9%
13% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure24.7%
Asthma11.1%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.4%
Physical Inactivity15.7%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death6,323/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access89.8%
Healthcare Facilities490

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Launiupoko has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average74.1°F
37% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.3 inches
39% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation446 ft (136 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.8 km²)
Population Density126/sq mi
Coordinates20.8544°N, 156.6425°W
County FIPS15009
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 48.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 25.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36%
D 61.9%

Winner: Democrat by 25.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.5%
44% above US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score4.88
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density126/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities490
Restaurants571
Retail Stores762

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Work from Home31.4%

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