Royal Hawaiian Estates, HI

Hawaii

Royal Hawaiian Estates is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 889. Residents earn $61,477 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
889 Population 304/sq mi density
$61,477 Median Income $27,888 per capita
$243,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$61,477 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$243,800 home value
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,477
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $243,800
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.7%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

How Royal Hawaiian Estates Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population889
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density304/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 22%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,477
Per Capita$27,888
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$12,193M
Commute19 min

Housing

A
Home Value$243,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain96.2 in/yr
Elevation2,963 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+82.4%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 63%
Commute19 min
Libraries12

Is Royal Hawaiian Estates a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Royal Hawaiian Estates receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Royal Hawaiian Estates offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Royal Hawaiian Estates is $61,477, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Royal Hawaiian Estates is $243,800, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Royal Hawaiian Estates enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 96.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Royal Hawaiian Estates has a population of 889 with a density of 304 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (21.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

889
Total Population
304
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Royal Hawaiian Estates vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.6%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.4%
67% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Royal Hawaiian Estates vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Royal Hawaiian Estates is $61,477, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Royal Hawaiian Estates vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,477
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,888
Avg Weekly Wage$1,113
IRS Avg AGI$68,663

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% 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 Rate1.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Work from Home17.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Royal Hawaiian Estates is $243,800, 14% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$243,800
14% below US avg
Median List Price$589,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$589,500
$/Sq Ft$422
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops42.1%
Inventory19

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-Occupied74.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,582
31% above US avg
Effective Rate1.88%
In Royal Hawaiian Estates, 30.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Royal Hawaiian Estates vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.7%
4% below US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma12.4%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate70.7%
Premature Death7,851/100K

Food & Exercise

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

Crime Rates: Royal Hawaiian Estates vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Royal Hawaiian Estates has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 96.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above US avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall96.2 inches
153% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,963 ft (903 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density304/sq mi
Coordinates19.4412°N, 155.1840°W
County FIPS15001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% 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+18.3%
46% below US avg
High School+82.4%
School Test Score4.88
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density304/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities503
Restaurants490
Retail Stores624

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Work from Home17.4%

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