Waipahu, HI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
39,871 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
80.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$98,633 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$835,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$619 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,355 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.3% 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 7 0 71
Feb 5 0 71
Mar 7 0 72
Apr 5 0 72
May 4 0 74
Jun 3 0 76
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 78
Oct 6 0 77
Nov 8 0 75
Dec 8 0 72

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 65% of residents leaning left and 30% leaning right.

Liberal (66%) (31%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 28%
Hillary Clinton 67%
Other 5%

Schools

St Joseph School
<1 miles, SE
Hawaii Technology Academy - PCS
<1 miles, E 3.7 star
Waipahu Intermediate School
<1 miles, SW 1.4 star
Waipahu Elementary School
<1 miles, W 1.9 star

Colleges

Leeward Community College
2 miles, E 1.4 star
University of Hawaii-West Oahu
4 miles, W 1.9 star
Pacific Rim Christian University
9 miles, SE 1.4 star
Honolulu Community College
10 miles, SE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Kahi Mohala
2 miles, W
Pali Momi Medical Center
5 miles, SE 5 star
Kaiser Foundation Hospital
7 miles, SE 4.1 star
Wahiawa General Hospital
8 miles, N 2.3 star

Airports

Lihue Airport
94 miles, NW 1.9 star
Kahului Airport
107 miles, SE 2.3 star