Kukuihaele, HI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
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
366 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,359 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
55 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$571,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$377 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$616 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.2% 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 6 0 70
Mar 10 0 71
Apr 9 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 7 0 73
Dec 7 0 71

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 68% of residents leaning left and 25% leaning right.

Liberal (69%) (25%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 28%
Hillary Clinton 63%
Other 9%

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
7 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Honokaa Elementary School
7 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Kanu o ka Aina - New Century PCS
9 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Parker School
10 miles, W • 5 star
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Colleges

University of Hawaii at Hilo
43 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Hawaii Community College
43 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

North Hawaii Community Hospital
10 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Kohala Hospital
17 miles, NW
Hilo Medical Center
40 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Hilo International Airport
43 miles, SE • 1 star
Kahului Airport
78 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Daniel K Inouye International Airport
173 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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