Mokuleia, HI

Hawaii · Metropolitan Area

Mokuleia is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 1,684. Residents earn $83,571 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,684 Population 621/sq mi density
$83,571 Median Income $68,367 per capita
$989,100 Home Value
$2,353 Median Rent
73°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$83,571 median income, 1.5% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$989,100 home value, $2,353/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,571
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $989,100
251% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.4%
29% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,353
102% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.5%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,684
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density621/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 62%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,571
Per Capita$68,367
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$87,066M
Commute32 min

Housing

F
Home Value$989,100
Rent$2,353
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Elevation10 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.4%
High School+99.5%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 60%
Commute32 min
Libraries25

Is Mokuleia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mokuleia receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Mokuleia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mokuleia is $83,571, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mokuleia is $989,100, making it a premium housing market at 251% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,353 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mokuleia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Mokuleia has a population of 1,684 with a density of 621 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.2%), with 6% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

1,684
Total Population
621
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Mokuleia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mokuleia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mokuleia is $83,571, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Mokuleia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,571
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$68,367
Avg Weekly Wage$1,343
IRS Avg AGI$87,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)31,849
County GDP$87,066M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,617
Healthcare2,562
Retail2,678
Manufacturing447

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,790
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Work from Home17.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mokuleia is $989,100, 251% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,353 (102% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$989,100
251% above US avg
Median List Price$774,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$774,500
$/Sq Ft$1,106
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio98.8%
Price Drops4.8%
Inventory21

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,353
102% 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-Occupied55.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,790
8% above US avg
Effective Rate0.38%
In Mokuleia, 30.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.5%
5% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.3%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death6,042/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities2,562

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)54

Safety Score

Mokuleia has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average73.3°F
36% above US avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density621/sq mi
Coordinates21.5794°N, 158.1718°W
County FIPS15003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 43.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 21.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.3%
D 59.9%

Winner: Democrat by 21.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.4%
29% above US avg
High School+99.5%
School Test Score4.88
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density621/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities2,562
Restaurants2,617
Retail Stores2,678

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)54

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Work from Home17.0%

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