Mauna Loa Estates, HI

Hawaii

Mauna Loa Estates is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 931. Residents earn $41,509 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
931 Population 506/sq mi density
$41,509 Median Income $40,438 per capita
$291,600 Home Value
$958 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$41,509 median income, 9.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$291,600 home value, $958/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,509
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $291,600
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.4%
61% higher than US avg
Median Rent $958
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.5%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

How Mauna Loa Estates Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population931
Median Age62.6 yrs
Density506/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 46%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,509
Per Capita$40,438
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$12,193M
Commute20 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$291,600
Rent$958
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain96.2 in/yr
Elevation3,625 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.4%
High School+93.6%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 63%
Commute20 min
Libraries12

Is Mauna Loa Estates a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mauna Loa Estates is $41,509, 45% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mauna Loa Estates is $291,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $958 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Mauna Loa Estates is a highly educated community — 54.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Mauna Loa Estates enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 96.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Mauna Loa Estates has a population of 931 with a density of 506 people per square mile. The median age is 62.6 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46%), with 4.4% Hispanic.

Population

931
Total Population
506
People / sq mi
62.6yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.6%
Female 58.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mauna Loa Estates vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.4%
52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mauna Loa Estates vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mauna Loa Estates is $41,509, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Mauna Loa Estates vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,509
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,438
Avg Weekly Wage$1,113
IRS Avg AGI$68,663

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% 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 Rate1.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mauna Loa Estates is $291,600, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $958 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$291,600
3% above US avg
Median List Price$379,392

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$379,392
$/Sq Ft$199
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.5%
Price Drops23.1%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$958
18% 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-Occupied70.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,582
31% above US avg
Effective Rate1.57%
In Mauna Loa Estates, 30.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mauna Loa Estates vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.5%
5% below US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma12.3%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Checkup Rate70.8%
Premature Death7,851/100K

Food & Exercise

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

Crime Rates: Mauna Loa Estates vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Mauna Loa Estates has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 96.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above US avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall96.2 inches
153% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,625 ft (1,105 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density506/sq mi
Coordinates19.4274°N, 155.2213°W
County FIPS15001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 54.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% above 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+54.4%
61% above US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score4.88
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density506/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities503
Restaurants490
Retail Stores624

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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