Paauilo, HI

Hawaii

Paauilo is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 634. Residents earn $65,750 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
634 Population 528/sq mi density
$65,750 Median Income $30,213 per capita
$361,100 Home Value $436,639 Zillow
$1,117 Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$65,750 median income, 6.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$361,100 home value, $1,117/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,750
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $361,100
28% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,117
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.9%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population634
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density528/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 19%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,750
Per Capita$30,213
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$12,193M
Commute36 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$361,100
Rent$1,117
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$436,639

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain90.4 in/yr
Elevation1,016 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+92.5%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 63%
Commute36 min
Libraries12

Is Paauilo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paauilo receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Paauilo has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paauilo is $65,750, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paauilo is $361,100, 28% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,117 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Paauilo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 90.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Paauilo has a population of 634 with a density of 528 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (18.5%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 3.3% Black.

Population

634
Total Population
528
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Paauilo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only57.7%
26% below US avg
Spanish42.3%
216% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Paauilo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paauilo is $65,750, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Paauilo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,750
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,213
Avg Weekly Wage$1,113
IRS Avg AGI$68,663

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% 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 Rate1.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.8 min
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Paauilo is $361,100, 28% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,117 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $436,639.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$361,100
28% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$436,639

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$439
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio104.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,117
4% 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-Occupied82.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,582
31% above US avg
Effective Rate1.27%
In Paauilo, 24.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.6% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.9%
22% below US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure24.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression19.6%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death7,851/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Paauilo has an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 90.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average70.5°F
31% above US avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall90.4 inches
138% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,016 ft (310 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density528/sq mi
Coordinates20.0349°N, 155.3736°W
County FIPS15001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% 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+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+92.5%
School Test Score4.88
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density528/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities503
Restaurants490
Retail Stores624

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.8 min
Work from Home4.9%

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