Paukaa, HI

Hawaii

Paukaa is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 528. Residents earn $90,625 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
528 Population 1,600/sq mi density
$90,625 Median Income $45,255 per capita
$562,500 Home Value
$1,482 Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$90,625 median income, 2.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$562,500 home value, $1,482/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,625
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $562,500
100% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.5%
26% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,482
27% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.0%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population528
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density1,600/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 46%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,625
Per Capita$45,255
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$12,193M
Commute26 min

Housing

B
Home Value$562,500
Rent$1,482
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain120.4 in/yr
Elevation187 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.5%
High School+96.0%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 63%
Commute26 min
Libraries12

Is Paukaa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paukaa receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. 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. Paukaa stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paukaa is $90,625, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paukaa is $562,500, making it a premium housing market at 100% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,482 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Paukaa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 120.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Paukaa has a population of 528 with a density of 1,600 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (45.8%), with 3.6% Hispanic.

Population

528
Total Population
1,600
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Paukaa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.3%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.7%
2% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Paukaa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paukaa is $90,625, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Paukaa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,625
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,255
Avg Weekly Wage$1,113
IRS Avg AGI$68,663

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% 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 Rate0.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Work from Home14.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Paukaa is $562,500, 100% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,482 (27% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$562,500
100% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,482
27% 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-Occupied73.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,582
31% above US avg
Effective Rate0.81%
In Paukaa, 25.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.0%
22% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure23.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death7,851/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Paukaa has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 120.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average74.0°F
37% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall120.4 inches
217% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,600/sq mi
Coordinates19.7644°N, 155.0919°W
County FIPS15001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 42.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above 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+42.5%
26% above US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score4.88
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,600/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities503
Restaurants490
Retail Stores624

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Work from Home14.7%

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