Wainiha, HI

Hawaii

Wainiha is a small town in Hawaii with a population of 319. Residents earn $103,906 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
319 Population 129/sq mi density
$103,906 Median Income $32,042 per capita
$918,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$103,906 median income, 2.2% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$918,000 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,906
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $918,000
226% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.5%
62% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.4%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population319
Median Age31.2 yrs
Density129/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 46%
Veterans79.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,906
Per Capita$32,042
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,552M
Commute19 min

Housing

D
Home Value$918,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI24 (Good)
Rain57.3 in/yr
Elevation623 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.5%
High School+98.4%
School Score4.88

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute19 min
Broadband24.0%
Libraries6

Is Wainiha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wainiha receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. 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. Wainiha offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wainiha is $103,906, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Wainiha among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Wainiha is $918,000, making it a premium housing market at 226% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Wainiha is a highly educated community — 54.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wainiha enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Wainiha has a population of 319 with a density of 129 people per square mile. The median age is 31.2 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.1%).

Population

319
Total Population
129
People / sq mi
31.2yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.1%
Female 63.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Wainiha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wainiha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wainiha is $103,906, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Wainiha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,906
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,042
Avg Weekly Wage$1,149
IRS Avg AGI$79,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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
Effective Tax Rate0.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Work from Home19.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Wainiha is $918,000, 226% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$918,000
226% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied67.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,172
19% above US avg
Effective Rate0.45%
In Wainiha, 26.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 17.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.4%
18% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure26.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity17.1%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.0%
Checkup Rate71.4%
Premature Death5,801/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Wainiha has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.3 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation623 ft (190 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density129/sq mi
Coordinates22.1921°N, 159.5467°W
County FIPS15007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 54.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.5-point margin. 24.0% 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+54.5%
62% above US avg
High School+98.4%
School Test Score4.88
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density129/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities213
Restaurants291
Retail Stores350

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Work from Home19.7%

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