Olowalu, HI

Hawaii · Metropolitan Area

Olowalu is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 70. Residents earn $108,250 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
70 Population 24/sq mi density
$108,250 Median Income $46,506 per capita
$1,187,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
74°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
$108,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,187,500 home value
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,250
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,187,500
321% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.8%
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.5%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population70
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density24/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 54%
Veterans43.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,250
Per Capita$46,506
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
Commute22 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,187,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain23.3 in/yr
Elevation533 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.8%
High School+88.4%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 62%
Commute22 min
Broadband21.0%
Libraries9

Is Olowalu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Olowalu 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. Olowalu offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Olowalu is $108,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Olowalu among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Olowalu is $1,187,500, making it a premium housing market at 321% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Olowalu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Olowalu has a population of 70 with a density of 24 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.3%).

Population

70
Total Population
24
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Olowalu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only57.8%
26% below US avg
Spanish42.2%
215% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Olowalu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Olowalu is $108,250, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Olowalu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,250
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,506
Avg Weekly Wage$1,189
IRS Avg AGI$79,779

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate0.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone52.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Olowalu is $1,187,500, 321% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,187,500
321% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$1,187
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

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-Occupied57.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,960
15% below US avg
Effective Rate0.25%
In Olowalu, 27.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% report depression. 14.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.5%
14% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure24.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD4.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking25.1%
Physical Inactivity14.3%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Checkup Rate67.0%
Premature Death6,323/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Olowalu has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average74.1°F
37% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.3 inches
39% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation533 ft (162 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates20.8277°N, 156.6195°W
County FIPS15009
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 48.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 25.9-point margin. 21.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36%
D 61.9%

Winner: Democrat by 25.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.8%
45% above US avg
High School+88.4%
School Test Score4.88
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density24/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access21.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities490
Restaurants571
Retail Stores762

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone52.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

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