Maunaloa, HI

Hawaii · Metropolitan Area

Maunaloa is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 292. Residents earn $55,455 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
292 Population 395/sq mi density
$55,455 Median Income $26,449 per capita
$365,800 Home Value $284,851 Zillow
$839 Median Rent
76°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,455 median income, 1.6% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$365,800 home value, $839/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,455
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $365,800
30% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $839
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population292
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density395/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 10%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,455
Per Capita$26,449
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty6.0%
Commute16 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$365,800
Rent$839
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$284,851

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Elevation1,019 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.7%
High School+99.4%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 61%
Commute16 min

Is Maunaloa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maunaloa receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Maunaloa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maunaloa is $55,455, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maunaloa is $365,800, 30% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $839 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Maunaloa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Maunaloa has a population of 292 with a density of 395 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (9.9%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

292
Total Population
395
People / sq mi
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.8%
Female 59.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Maunaloa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.8%
7% below US avg
Spanish27.2%
103% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Maunaloa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maunaloa is $55,455, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Maunaloa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,455
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,449

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Maunaloa is $365,800, 30% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $839 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $284,851.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$365,800
30% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$284,851

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$839
28% 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-Occupied31.7%

Property Tax

In Maunaloa, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma13.1%
COPD7.3%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate70.5%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access100.0%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Maunaloa has an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average75.9°F
41% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.7 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,019 ft (311 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density395/sq mi
Coordinates21.1334°N, 157.2122°W
County FIPS15005
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.1%
D 60.9%

Winner: Democrat by 23.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.7%
6% below US avg
High School+99.4%
School Test Score4.88
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density395/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Work from Home4.4%

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