Naalehu, HI

Hawaii

Naalehu is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 837. Residents earn $70,469 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
837 Population 386/sq mi density
$70,469 Median Income $21,495 per capita
$215,600 Home Value $398,200 Zillow
$1,551 Median Rent
75°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,469 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$215,600 home value, $1,551/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,469
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $215,600
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,551
33% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.6%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population837
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density386/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 6%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,469
Per Capita$21,495
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$12,193M
Commute44 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$215,600
Rent$1,551
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$398,200

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Elevation789 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+90.2%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 63%
Commute44 min
EV Stations1
Libraries12

Is Naalehu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Naalehu receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Naalehu offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Naalehu is $70,469, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Naalehu is $215,600, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,551 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Naalehu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Naalehu has a population of 837 with a density of 386 people per square mile. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (19.7%), with 6.1% White.

Population

837
Total Population
386
People / sq mi
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Naalehu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only63.6%
19% below US avg
Spanish36.4%
172% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Naalehu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Naalehu is $70,469, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Naalehu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,469
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,495
Avg Weekly Wage$1,113
IRS Avg AGI$68,663

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% 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 Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.6 min
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Naalehu is $215,600, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,551 (33% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $398,200.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$215,600
24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$398,200

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,551
33% 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-Occupied68.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,582
31% above US avg
Effective Rate2.13%
In Naalehu, 24.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.2% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.6%
23% below US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure25.7%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression18.2%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death7,851/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Naalehu has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.0°F
39% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation789 ft (240 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density386/sq mi
Coordinates19.0698°N, 155.5751°W
County FIPS15001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% 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+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+90.2%
School Test Score4.88
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density386/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities503
Restaurants490
Retail Stores624

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.6 min
Work from Home1.6%

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