Median Income
$84,766
13% higher than US avg
Home Value
$487,200
73% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,307
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.0%
3% lower than US avg
How Waianae Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population12,907
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density2,395/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 8%
Economy
B+
Median Income$84,766
Per Capita$29,607
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$87,066M
Commute41 min
Housing
B
Home Value$487,200
Rent$1,307
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$570,357
Health
Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease6.8%
Climate
Avg Temp75°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Elevation10 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+91.3%
School Score4.88
Community
2024 VoteR 38% / D 60%
Commute41 min
EV Stations2
Libraries25
Is Waianae a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Waianae receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Waianae offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Waianae is $84,766, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Waianae is $487,200, making it a premium housing market at 73% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,307 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Waianae has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.
Waianae has a population of 12,907 with a density of 2,395 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (8.1%), with 4.6% Hispanic.
Population
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 80.5% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Spanish | 19.5% |
| 46% above US avg |
The median household income in Waianae is $84,766, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $84,766 |
| 13% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,607 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,343 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $87,531 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.6% |
| 56% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.0% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 31,849 |
| County GDP | $87,066M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 2,617 |
| Healthcare | 2,562 |
| Retail | 2,678 |
| Manufacturing | 447 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,790 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.78% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 40.9 min |
| Work from Home | 3.5% |
The median home value in Waianae is $487,200, 73% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,307 (12% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $570,357.
Home Values
| Census Median | $487,200 |
| 73% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $570,357 |
| Median List Price | $349,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $349,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $501 |
| Homes Sold | 6 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.8% |
| Price Drops | 19.1% |
| Inventory | 63 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,307 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,152 |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,790 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.78% |
In Waianae, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Waianae vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.4% |
| Asthma | 12.7% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 4.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.3% |
| Depression | 19.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 16.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 6,042/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 96.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,562 |
Crime Rates: Waianae vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 54 |
Safety Score
Waianae has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.
Temperature
72°F Jan (22°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 74.9°F |
| 39% above US avg |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 21.8 inches |
| 43% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 24.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 5.4 sq mi (14.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,395/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 21.4518°N, 158.1820°W |
| County FIPS | 15003 |