Kalapana, HI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
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
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
75 332.4M (US)
Median Age
64.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
24.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
65.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$27,321 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
55.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$258,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$314 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$293 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.6% 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 54
Mar 10 0 55
Apr 9 0 56
May 6 0 58
Jun 5 0 60
Jul 8 0 60
Aug 7 0 60
Sep 7 0 60
Oct 8 0 60
Nov 10 0 58
Dec 10 0 56

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 33% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (33%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 30%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 12%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Pahoa High & Intermediate School
10 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Pahoa Elementary School
10 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Hawaii Academy of Arts & Science PCS
10 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Keonepoko Elementary School
12 miles, NE • 1 star
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Colleges

Hawaii Community College
25 miles, N • 1.4 star
University of Hawaii at Hilo
25 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Hilo Medical Center
26 miles, N • 3.2 star
Kau Hospital
34 miles, W
Kona Community Hospital
62 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Hilo International Airport
26 miles, N • 1 star
Kahului Airport
142 miles, N • 2.3 star
Daniel K Inouye International Airport
234 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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