Kaunakakai, HI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
3,721 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,944 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$335,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$397 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$791 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Maui County
4
Kahului-Wailuku Metro Area
4
Hawaii
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Maui County
7
Kahului-Wailuku Metro Area
7
Hawaii
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 72
Feb 3 0 72
Mar 4 0 72
Apr 3 0 73
May 2 0 75
Jun 1 0 77
Jul 1 0 78
Aug 1 0 79
Sep 1 0 79
Oct 2 0 78
Nov 4 0 76
Dec 5 0 73

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 66% of residents leaning left and 27% leaning right.

Liberal (67%) (28%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 30%
Hillary Clinton 62%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, HI State Senate District 7, HI State House District 13, HI
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Schools

Kaunakakai Elementary School
1 miles, W • 1.9 star
Akaula School
5 miles, N • 1 star
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Colleges

University of Hawaii Maui College
37 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Kapiolani Community College
53 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Maui Memorial Medical Center
36 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Kula Hospital
50 miles, SE
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Airports

Kahului Airport
39 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Daniel K Inouye International Airport
61 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Hilo International Airport
158 miles, SE • 1 star
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