Kalaheo, HI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
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
4,612 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
43.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$105,605 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$899,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$494 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,416 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kauai County
3
Kapaa 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

Kauai County
5
Kapaa Urban Area
5
Hawaii
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 69
Feb 2 0 69
Mar 3 0 70
Apr 1 0 71
May 1 0 73
Jun 1 0 75
Jul 1 0 76
Aug 1 0 77
Sep 1 0 76
Oct 3 0 75
Nov 3 0 73
Dec 4 0 70

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 62% of residents leaning left and 32% leaning right.

Liberal (63%) (32%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 33%
Hillary Clinton 60%
Other 7%

Schools

Kalaheo Elementary School
<1 miles, N 2.8 star
Koloa Elementary School
4 miles, SE 3.7 star
Eleele Elementary School
4 miles, W 2.8 star

Colleges

Kauai Community College
9 miles, E 1.9 star
University of Hawaii-West Oahu
102 miles, SE 1.9 star
Brigham Young University-Hawaii
104 miles, SE 1.9 star
Leeward Community College
105 miles, SE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Wilcox Memorial Hospital
11 miles, E 4.1 star
Wahiawa General Hospital
100 miles, SE 2.3 star

Airports

Lihue Airport
12 miles, E 1.9 star
Daniel K Inouye International Airport
111 miles, SE 3.2 star
Kahului Airport
211 miles, SE 2.3 star