Pahala, HI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
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
1,785 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,908 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
41 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$216,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$386 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$625 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.4% 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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 58% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.

Liberal (58%) (35%) Conservative

Climate

Oceanic climate. Mild temperatures year-round with frequent rainfall and limited seasonal extremes. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 7 0 58
Feb 6 0 58
Mar 8 0 58
Apr 7 0 60
May 5 0 62
Jun 5 0 63
Jul 7 0 64
Aug 6 0 64
Sep 6 0 64
Oct 6 0 63
Nov 9 0 62
Dec 9 0 60

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Naalehu Elementary School
12 miles, SW · 1star
Ka'u Learning Academy - PCS
15 miles, SW · 1.9star
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Colleges

University of Hawaii at Hilo
43 miles, NE · 1.9star
Hawaii Community College
44 miles, NE · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Kau Hospital
<1 miles, E
Kona Community Hospital
36 miles, NW · 3.2star
Hilo Medical Center
43 miles, NE · 3.2star
North Hawaii Community Hospital
58 miles, N · 4.1star
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Airports

Hilo International Airport
46 miles, NE · 1star
Kahului Airport
133 miles, N · 2.3star
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