Makaha, HI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
9,898 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,291 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
53 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$416,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$774 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,623 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
31.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Honolulu County
3
Urban Honolulu Metro 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

Honolulu County
6
Urban Honolulu Metro Area
6
Hawaii
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 71
Feb 4 0 70
Mar 4 0 71
Apr 3 0 72
May 2 0 73
Jun 2 0 76
Jul 2 0 77
Aug 2 0 77
Sep 2 0 77
Oct 4 0 76
Nov 5 0 74
Dec 6 0 72

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 61% of residents leaning left and 34% leaning right.

Liberal (62%) (35%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 34%
Hillary Clinton 61%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, HI State Senate District 22, HI State House District 45, HI
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Schools

Makaha Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 1.4 star
Waianae High School
1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Kamaile Academy PCS
2 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Waianae Intermediate School
2 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

University of Hawaii-West Oahu
13 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Leeward Community College
16 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Brigham Young University-Hawaii
22 miles, E • 1.9 star
Pacific Rim Christian University
23 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Wahiawa General Hospital
12 miles, E • 2.3 star
Kahi Mohala
13 miles, SE
Pali Momi Medical Center
19 miles, SE • 5 star
Kaiser Foundation Hospital
22 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Daniel K Inouye International Airport
22 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Lihue Airport
80 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Kahului Airport
122 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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