Hawi, HI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,720 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,197 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$662,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$485 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,775 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.3% 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 7 0 70
Feb 5 0 70
Mar 8 0 70
Apr 7 0 70
May 5 0 71
Jun 3 0 73
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 76
Oct 4 0 75
Nov 6 0 73
Dec 6 0 70

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 70% of residents leaning left and 23% leaning right.

Liberal (71%) (23%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 22%
Hillary Clinton 69%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, HI State Senate District 4, HI State House District 8, HI
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Schools

Kohala Elementary School
2 miles, E • 1.9 star
Kohala High School
2 miles, E • 4.1 star
Kohala Middle School
4 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

University of Hawaii at Hilo
61 miles, SE • 1.9 star
University of Hawaii Maui College
62 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

North Hawaii Community Hospital
18 miles, S • 4.1 star
Kula Hospital
47 miles, NW
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Airports

Kahului Airport
60 miles, N • 2.3 star
Hilo International Airport
62 miles, SE • 1 star
Daniel K Inouye International Airport
154 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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