East Honolulu, HI — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Honolulu County · Hawaii
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for East Honolulu based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
50,961
2023 ACS
Median Income
$158,398
2023
Median Home Value
$1,172,300
2023
Median Rent
$3,249
2023
Median Age
49.3
Unemployment
4.5%
Cost of Living Index
262.7
100 = national avg
East Honolulu is a city in Honolulu County, Hawaii, with a population of 50,961 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. East Honolulu is one of the communities in Hawaii.
The median household income in East Honolulu is $158,398, and the median home value is $1,172,300. The cost of living index is 262.7 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $3,249 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, and the median age is 49.3 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
50,961
Male
25,002
49.1%
Female
25,959
50.9%
Median Age
49.3
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
45.4%
High School or Higher
55.8%
Foreign Born
15.3%
Veterans
5.8%
Married
51.8%
Avg Household Size
2.8
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.662
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Asian
46.2%
Foreign Born
15.3%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
5.3%
2,726 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
94.7%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
48,913
English Only
80.7%
#1 Non-English Language
Other Asian
4,023 speakers
Limited English
6.3%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
93.7%
Limited English Proficiency
6.3%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
2,938
5.8% of population
Disability Rate
30.9%
907 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$78,529
Unemployment Rate
3.1%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
2,751
93.6%
Female Veterans
187
6.4%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$78,529
Non-Veteran Income
$62,276
Difference
$16,253
26.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
907
Without Disability
2,031
Disability Rate
30.9%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
17,437
#1 Ancestry
English
6.5% (3,315)
#2 Ancestry
German
5.9% (3,021)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
5.4% (2,741)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
17,977
Family Households
14,363
79.9%
Married Couples
11,823
65.8%
Non-Family Households
3,614
20.1%
Single Mother Households
1,601
8.9%
Single Father Households
939
5.2%
Living Alone
3,038
16.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
8,370
In Married Couple
7,525
89.9%
With Single Mother
400
4.8%
With Single Father
445
5.3%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$172,250
Married Couple Income
$185,314
Single Mother Income
$118,250
Single Father Income
$101,458
Avg Family Size
2.8
Avg Non-Family Size
2.8
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,415
Grandparents Responsible
167
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$158,398
+116% vs national
Per Capita Income
$71,947
+94% vs national
Poverty Rate
4.1%
-70% vs national
Gini Index
0.4333
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.5%
-14% vs national
SNAP Recipients
1.3%
of households
How East Honolulu Compares
East Honolulu vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. East Honolulu is highlighted.
Median Household Income
East Honolulu, HI has a median household income of $158,398, making it the 1,061st highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that East Honolulu has a higher median household income than 96% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
East Honolulu, HI has a per capita income of $71,947, making it the 1,468th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that East Honolulu has a higher per capita income than 95% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
East Honolulu, HI has a poverty rate of 4.1%, making it the 24,989th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that East Honolulu has a higher poverty rate than 20% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
East Honolulu, HI has a unemployment rate of 4.5%, making it the 13,066th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that East Honolulu has a higher unemployment rate than 58% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in East Honolulu. The median household income here is $158,398.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.5%
-35% vs HI avg
Labor Force
25,737
Employed
24,228
Mean Commute
26 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
45.4%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
55.8%
of adults 25+
Median Age
49.3
Work from Home
16.7%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Urban Honolulu, HI metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$138.7K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
262.7
100 = national avg
+162.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$115,585
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$273,202
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$2,016
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,642
per month
The median household income in East Honolulu, HI is $158,398, which is 116.3% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $71,947. The poverty rate of 4.1% is lower than the HI state average of 11.8%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4333, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, compared to the state average of 6.9%. The labor force is 25,737. 45.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 26 minutes, with 16.7% working from home. About 64.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 262.7, which is 162.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $115,585 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$1,302,500
Median List Price
$1,495,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$757
Days on Market
109
Active Inventory
158
Months of Supply
5.4
Balanced market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
10.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
23.7%
Sale-to-List Ratio
95.3%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
29
New Listings
40
Pending Sales
38
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$757
Median List $/SF
$773
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in East Honolulu, HI? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Urban Honolulu, HI metro area, home prices have risen 664.9% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 90.4%. The 10-year growth rate is 55.4%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 34.6%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 3.6%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Urban Honolulu, HI housing market rather than East Honolulu alone.
Metro area: Urban Honolulu, HI
East Honolulu vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. East Honolulu is highlighted.
Median Home Value
East Honolulu, HI has a median home value of $1,172,300, making it the 420th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that East Honolulu has a higher median home value than 98% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
East Honolulu, HI has a median rent of $3,249, making it the 229th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that East Honolulu has a higher median rent than 99% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
East Honolulu, HI has a price per square foot of $757, making it the 409th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that East Honolulu has a higher price per square foot than 98% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
East Honolulu, HI has a rent burden of 24.6%, making it the 3,729th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that East Honolulu has a higher rent burden than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$1,172,300
Median Rent
$3,249
Total Housing Units
19,432
Vacancy Rate
7.5%
Owner Occupied
83.5%
Renter Occupied
16.5%
Median Property Tax
$3,536
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,592
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,536
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.30%
of home value
Median Home Value
$1,172,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$4,505
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,536) by the median home value ($1,172,300). In East Honolulu, HI, this works out to an effective rate of 0.30%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in East Honolulu, HI is $1,302,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 109 days on the market. 10.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 5.4 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $757. The median rent is $3,249 per month (Census ACS). About 83.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1975. There are 19,432 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,536. The effective tax rate is 0.30%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for East Honolulu. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
98.8
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
99.0
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
25.9
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
62.6
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
22
Individual Assistance
$2.8M
Most Common Type
Flood
5 declarations
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kunia Road Fire → | Fire | Aug 2025 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Landslides → | Severe Storm | Feb 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Douglas → | Hurricane | Jul 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Apr 2020 | — | $1.6M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Olivia → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Lane → | Hurricane | Aug 2018 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and… → | Flood | May 2018 | — | $887K |
| Tsunami Waves → | Tsunami | Apr 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jan 2009 | — | $83K |
| Waialua Fire → | Fire | Aug 2007 | — | — |
| Earthquake → | Earthquake | Oct 2006 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and… → | Severe Storm | May 2006 | — | $241K |
| Waikele Fire → | Fire | Aug 2005 | — | — |
| Nanakuli Brush Fire → | Fire | Aug 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flash Flooding → | Severe Storm | Feb 2005 | — | — |
| Prolonged and Heavy Rains, High Surf,flo… → | Flood | Nov 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Nov 1996 | — | — |
| Hurricane Iniki → | Hurricane | Sep 1992 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Mudslides & Flooding → | Flood | Jan 1988 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 24 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2,797
Total Claims Paid
$57,687,573
Avg Claim Payout
$20,625
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
29
Federal Funding
$9,675,203
Properties Protected
8
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.83
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 7 | $4,518,042 |
| 91.3: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 3 | $340,894 |
| 600.1: Warning Systems (as a Component of a Planned, Adopted, and Exercised Risk Reduction Plan) | 3 | $332,237 |
| 95.2: Planning Related Activities | 2 | $355,227 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 2 | $2,736,819 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
East Honolulu has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are lightning, landslide, wildfire. The area has had 22 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (5 declarations). 2,797 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. $2,829,830 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 29 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
21.5%
14.6pp below the national average
Depression Rate
13.4%
10.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.8%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
3.0%
7.6pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
39.7%
Arthritis
24.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
3.8%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
10.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
13.4%
Loneliness
28.4%
Lack of Support
26.2%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
24.2%
Mobility
11.4%
Cognitive
8.6%
Hearing
6.9%
Vision
3.8%
Self-Care
2.4%
Independent Living
4.9%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
East Honolulu has an obesity rate of 21.5%, which is 14.6pp below the national average. The depression rate is 13.4%, 10.1pp below the national average. About 3.0% of adults lack health insurance. 82.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
4
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
4.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
7.8 mi
Adventist Health Castle
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adventist Health Castle | 7.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Pali Momi Medical Center | 13.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Kahi Mohala | 20.0 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Kahuku Medical Center | 31.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
26 min
+11% vs national
Drive Alone
64.2%
-18% vs national
Public Transit
1.8%
+98% vs national
Work From Home
16.7%
+79% vs national
Carpool
13.9%
Walk / Bike
1.5%
combined
How East Honolulu's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
The average commute in East Honolulu, HI is 26 minutes, which is 10.7% above the national average of 23 minutes. 64.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 16.7% work from home, which is above the HI state average of 9.5%. Public transit is used by 1.8% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 13.9% of workers carpool. 1.0% walk to work.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
95.6%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
87.2%
of households
No Internet
2.5%
of households
Total Households
17,977
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
97.6%
of households
Smartphone
92.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
92.0%
of households
Tablet
80.2%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
42.9¢
per kWh
+162% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
38.2¢
per kWh
+194% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
34.1¢
per kWh
+268% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$212
residential
+51% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
151% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Hawaii averages 42.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $212. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
East Honolulu vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
95.6% of households in East Honolulu have broadband internet access. 87.2% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 7.0% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 2.5% of households have no internet access.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. East Honolulu is located in Honolulu County, HI. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in East Honolulu.
Election Overview
Source: Honolulu County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
204,301
59.9%
GOP Votes
130,489
38.3%
Total Votes
340,921
Margin
D+21.7%
Shift from 2020
R+5.2pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 204,301 | 130,489 | 340,921 | 59.9% | 38.3% | D+21.7 |
| 2020 | 238,869 | 136,259 | 382,114 | 62.5% | 35.7% | D+26.9 |
| 2016 | 175,634 | 90,296 | 285,683 | 61.5% | 31.6% | D+29.9 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Honolulu County recorded 340,921 total votes. Democrats won the county with 59.9% of the vote compared to 38.3% for Republicans, a margin of D+21.7%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+5.2pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Honolulu County has shifted 8.2 percentage points toward Republicans.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
143
Total Approved
$14.7M
Jobs Supported
697
Per 10K Residents
28.1
SBA loans
-68.7% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
22
Top Lender
Central Pacific Bank
41 loans
Top Industry
Construction
Data Span
1992–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
142
Total Amount
$14.5M
Avg Loan
$102,322
Median Loan
$50,000
SBA Guaranteed
$10.6M(73%)
Jobs Supported
694
Loans
1
Total Amount
$153K
Avg Loan
$153,000
Median Loan
$153,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
13
9% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$3.0M
20% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$229,123
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dellew Corporation | 5 | $1.5M |
| Vf Consulting and Management Llc | 1 | $1.1M |
| Rick Bartalini Presents Llc | 1 | $1.0M |
| Pacific Retina Care Llc | 1 | $570K |
| D'vine Wine Tasting Llc | 2 | $557K |
| Akron Sports Zone Llc | 1 | $529K |
| Reliant Trucking Incorporated | 1 | $497K |
| A & T Inc. Dba Koko Marina 76 | 1 | $350K |
| Expressions Portrait Design | 1 | $350K |
| Apogii | 1 | $350K |
East Honolulu, HI has received 143 SBA loans totaling $14.7M in approved funding between 1992 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 142 loans (99% of the total), supporting 694 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 1 loans totaling $153K. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Construction. The most active SBA lender in East Honolulu is Central Pacific Bank with 41 loans. That works out to 28.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
13
Total Population
369,703
Avg Median Income
-$102,474,352
Avg Home Value
-$101,781,141
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96734 | 50,985 | $131,554 | $1,246,300 | $3,297 | 21.7 |
| 96795 | 10,315 | $118,365 | $746,700 | $1,710 | 11.5 |
| 96813 | 26,059 | $87,799 | $804,100 | $1,821 | 3.5 |
| 96814 | 23,739 | $77,336 | $706,500 | $1,770 | 1.2 |
| 96815 | 27,146 | $75,020 | $627,600 | $1,903 | 2.3 |
| 96816 | 50,711 | $114,744 | $1,121,400 | $1,879 | 9.6 |
| 96817 | 55,213 | $74,690 | $930,000 | $1,419 | 9.3 |
| 96821 | 19,831 | $174,152 | $1,457,700 | $2,946 | 11.6 |
| 96822 | 44,551 | $95,594 | $985,100 | $1,736 | 8.0 |
| 96825 | 30,904 | $149,757 | $1,067,900 | $3,416 | 10.9 |
| 96826 | 29,718 | $67,743 | $485,200 | $1,604 | 1.1 |
| 96848 | 531 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 96850 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
East Honolulu, HI has 13 ZIP codes with a combined population of 369,703. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$102,474,352. The average median home value is -$101,781,141. The average median monthly rent is -$102,562,295.
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