Urban Honolulu, HI

Hawaii · Metropolitan Area

Urban Honolulu is a large city in Hawaii with a population of 346,323. Residents earn $85,428 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
346,323 Population 5,713/sq mi density
$85,428 Median Income $48,465 per capita
$834,100 Home Value
$1,783 Median Rent
75°F Avg Temperature 345 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$85,428 median income, 3.1% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.1 / 5.0
$834,100 home value, $1,783/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
40.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,428
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $834,100
196% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.8%
21% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,783
53% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.9%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

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

People

Population346,323
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density5,713/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 17%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,428
Per Capita$48,465
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$87,066M
Commute22 min

Housing

F
Home Value$834,100
Rent$1,783
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.3%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain20.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation177 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.8%
High School+90.9%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 60%
Commute22 min
Libraries25

Is Urban Honolulu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Urban Honolulu receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Urban Honolulu offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Urban Honolulu is $85,428, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.9% 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 Urban Honolulu is $834,100, making it a premium housing market at 196% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,783 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Urban Honolulu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 345 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Urban Honolulu has a population of 346,323 with a density of 5,713 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (17%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

346,323
Total Population
5,713
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
60.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Urban Honolulu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.6%
18% below US avg
Spanish35.4%
164% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Urban Honolulu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Urban Honolulu is $85,428, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Urban Honolulu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,428
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,465
Avg Weekly Wage$1,343
IRS Avg AGI$87,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% below US avg
Establishments (County)31,849
County GDP$87,066M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,617
Healthcare2,562
Retail2,678
Manufacturing447

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,790
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Urban Honolulu is $834,100, 196% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,783 (53% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$834,100
196% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,783
53% 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-Occupied48.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,790
8% above US avg
Effective Rate0.45%
In Urban Honolulu, 24.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.3% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Urban Honolulu vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.9%
22% below US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma9.4%
COPD4.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression15.3%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death6,042/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities2,562

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)54

Safety Score

Urban Honolulu has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.7 inches. The area enjoys 345 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average75.3°F
39% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.7 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Area60.6 sq mi (157.0 km²)
Population Density5,713/sq mi
Coordinates21.3243°N, 157.8476°W
County FIPS15003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 40.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 21.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.3%
D 59.9%

Winner: Democrat by 21.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.8%
21% above US avg
High School+90.9%
School Test Score4.88
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,713/sq mi
Total Area60.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities2,562
Restaurants2,617
Retail Stores2,678

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)54

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Work from Home8.9%

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