Fern Forest, HI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
880 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
30.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$33,173 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
64.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
52 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$173,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$213 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$769 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hawaii County
3
Hilo-Kailua Urban Area
3
Hawaii
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Hawaii County
5
Hilo-Kailua Urban Area
5
Hawaii
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 8 0 55
Feb 8 0 55
Mar 11 0 55
Apr 10 0 56
May 7 0 58
Jun 6 0 60
Jul 9 0 60
Aug 8 0 61
Sep 8 0 60
Oct 8 0 60
Nov 11 0 58
Dec 11 0 56

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 65% of residents leaning left and 28% leaning right.

Liberal (65%) (28%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 28%
Hillary Clinton 61%
Other 11%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, HI State Senate District 2, HI State House District 5, HI
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Schools

Na Wai Ola - PCS
6 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Mountain View Elementary School
6 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

University of Hawaii at Hilo
17 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Hawaii Community College
17 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Hilo Medical Center
18 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Kau Hospital
29 miles, W
Kona Community Hospital
51 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Hilo International Airport
18 miles, NE • 1 star
Kahului Airport
130 miles, N • 2.3 star
Daniel K Inouye International Airport
221 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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