Honokaa, HI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,353 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,556 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$551,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$362 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,032 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.4% 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 70
Feb 7 0 70
Mar 11 0 71
Apr 10 0 71
May 5 0 72
Jun 3 0 74
Jul 6 0 75
Aug 5 0 76
Sep 4 0 76
Oct 4 0 75
Nov 8 0 73
Dec 8 0 71

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 69% of residents leaning left and 23% leaning right.

Liberal (70%) (23%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 24%
Hillary Clinton 68%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, HI State Senate District 4, HI State House District 1, HI
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Schools

Honokaa High & Intermediate School
<1 miles, S • 3.2 star
Honokaa Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Kanu o ka Aina - New Century PCS
13 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

University of Hawaii at Hilo
36 miles, S • 1.9 star
Hawaii Community College
36 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

North Hawaii Community Hospital
14 miles, W • 4.1 star
Kohala Hospital
24 miles, NW
Hilo Medical Center
34 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Hilo International Airport
37 miles, SE • 1 star
Kahului Airport
84 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Daniel K Inouye International Airport
180 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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