Wailua Homesteads, HI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
7,136 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$94,900 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$898,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$638 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,992 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.7% 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 4 0 68
Feb 2 0 68
Mar 2 0 69
Apr 1 0 70
May 1 0 72
Jun 1 0 74
Jul 1 0 75
Aug 1 0 76
Sep 1 0 75
Oct 2 0 74
Nov 3 0 72
Dec 4 0 70

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 29%
Hillary Clinton 63%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, HI State Senate District 8, HI State House District 16, HI
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Schools

Kapaa Middle School
4 miles, E • 2.3 star
Kapaa Elementary School
5 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Kauai Community College
7 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Brigham Young University-Hawaii
98 miles, SE • 1.9 star
University of Hawaii-West Oahu
98 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Leeward Community College
101 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Wilcox Memorial Hospital
6 miles, S • 4.1 star
Wahiawa General Hospital
95 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Lihue Airport
7 miles, S • 1.9 star
Daniel K Inouye International Airport
107 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Kahului Airport
206 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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