Pakala Village, HI

Hawaii

Pakala Village is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 295.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
295 Population 123/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $18,788 per capita
N/A Home Value
$836 Median Rent
76°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $836
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.1%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.1%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population295
Median Age28.9 yrs
Density123/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,788
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$5,552M
Commute36 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$836
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.3%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain23.4 in/yr
Elevation267 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+83.9%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute36 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries6

Is Pakala Village a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pakala Village receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Pakala Village faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $836 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Pakala Village has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Pakala Village has a population of 295 with a density of 123 people per square mile. The median age is 28.9 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (21.4%), with 4.4% White.

Population

295
Total Population
123
People / sq mi
28.9yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Pakala Village vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.1%
2% below US avg
Spanish22.9%
71% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pakala Village vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pakala Village is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Pakala Village vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,788
Avg Weekly Wage$1,149
IRS Avg AGI$79,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.1%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,468
County GDP$5,552M

Business (County)

Restaurants291
Healthcare213
Retail350
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,172
19% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $836 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$836
28% 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-Occupied0.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,172
19% above US avg
In Pakala Village, 29.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.3% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pakala Village vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.1%
9% below US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression16.3%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate71.1%
Premature Death5,801/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access92.9%
Healthcare Facilities213

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Pakala Village has an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average76.0°F
41% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.4 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation267 ft (81 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density123/sq mi
Coordinates21.9510°N, 159.6391°W
County FIPS15007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.5-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.3%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 19.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+83.9%
School Test Score4.88
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density123/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities213
Restaurants291
Retail Stores350

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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