Olinda, HI

Hawaii · Metropolitan Area

Olinda is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 996. Residents earn $100,096 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
996 Population 133/sq mi density
$100,096 Median Income $66,333 per capita
$1,114,700 Home Value
$1,978 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$100,096 median income, 1.9% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,114,700 home value, $1,978/mo rent
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,096
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,114,700
295% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.3%
37% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,978
70% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.0%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population996
Median Age49.5 yrs
Density133/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,096
Per Capita$66,333
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty3.4%
Commute29 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,114,700
Rent$1,978
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain23.0 in/yr
Elevation2,628 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.3%
High School+90.0%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 62%
Commute29 min
Libraries9

Is Olinda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Olinda receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Olinda offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Olinda is $100,096, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Olinda among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Olinda is $1,114,700, making it a premium housing market at 295% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,978 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Olinda enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Olinda has a population of 996 with a density of 133 people per square mile. The median age is 49.5 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.7%), with 3.7% Hispanic.

Population

996
Total Population
133
People / sq mi
49.5yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
7.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Olinda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Olinda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Olinda is $100,096, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Olinda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,096
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$66,333
Avg Weekly Wage$1,189
IRS Avg AGI$79,779

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% 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 Rate0.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Work from Home26.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Olinda is $1,114,700, 295% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,978 (70% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,114,700
295% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,978
70% 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-Occupied68.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,960
15% below US avg
Effective Rate0.27%
In Olinda, 27.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% report depression. 14.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure23.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking25.6%
Physical Inactivity14.6%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate70.2%
Premature Death6,323/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Olinda has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,628 ft (801 m)
Area7.5 sq mi (19.4 km²)
Population Density133/sq mi
Coordinates20.8278°N, 156.2916°W
County FIPS15009
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 46.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% 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+46.3%
37% above US avg
High School+90.0%
School Test Score4.88
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density133/sq mi
Total Area7.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities490
Restaurants571
Retail Stores762

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Work from Home26.9%

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