Wainaku, HI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
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
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
1,082 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,188 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$532,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$306 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$940 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.4% 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 10 0 64
Feb 11 0 64
Mar 15 0 65
Apr 13 0 65
May 9 0 67
Jun 9 0 68
Jul 13 0 69
Aug 11 0 70
Sep 11 0 69
Oct 11 0 69
Nov 16 0 67
Dec 13 0 65

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 75% of residents leaning left and 19% leaning right.

Liberal (75%) (19%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 22%
Hillary Clinton 70%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, HI State Senate District 1, HI State House District 1, HI
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Schools

Haaheo Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 2.8 star
Connections - New Century PCS
2 miles, S • 1.9 star
Hilo High School
2 miles, S • 3.2 star
Hilo Union Elementary School
2 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Colleges

University of Hawaii at Hilo
3 miles, S • 1.9 star
Hawaii Community College
3 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Hilo Medical Center
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star
North Hawaii Community Hospital
41 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Kau Hospital
45 miles, SW
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Airports

Hilo International Airport
4 miles, SE • 1 star
Kahului Airport
118 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Daniel K Inouye International Airport
212 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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