Ewa Gentry, HI — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Honolulu County · Hawaii
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Ewa Gentry based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
26,738
2023 ACS
Median Income
$131,755
2023
Median Home Value
$768,200
2023
Median Rent
$2,517
2023
Median Age
34.9
Unemployment
3.4%
Cost of Living Index
213.5
100 = national avg
Ewa Gentry is a city in Honolulu County, Hawaii, with a population of 26,738 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Ewa Gentry is one of the communities in Hawaii.
The median household income in Ewa Gentry is $131,755, and the median home value is $768,200. The cost of living index is 213.5 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $2,517 per month. The unemployment rate is 3.4%, and the median age is 34.9 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
26,738
Male
13,567
50.7%
Female
13,171
49.3%
Median Age
34.9
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
20.2%
High School or Higher
40.2%
Foreign Born
18.5%
Veterans
7.8%
Married
42.8%
Avg Household Size
3.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.664
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Asian
46.2%
Foreign Born
18.5%
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
14.4%
3,845 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
85.6%
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+)
24,780
English Only
75.8%
#1 Non-English Language
Other Asian
2,893 speakers
Limited English
10.9%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
89.1%
Limited English Proficiency
10.9%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
2,072
7.7% of population
Disability Rate
48.0%
994 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$81,004
Unemployment Rate
1.5%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,688
81.5%
Female Veterans
384
18.5%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$81,004
Non-Veteran Income
$45,402
Difference
$35,602
78.4% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
994
Without Disability
1,078
Disability Rate
48.0%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
6,202
#1 Ancestry
English
4.2% (1,128)
#2 Ancestry
German
4.0% (1,080)
#3 Ancestry
Portuguese
3.5% (937)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
8,016
Family Households
6,296
78.5%
Married Couples
4,588
57.2%
Non-Family Households
1,720
21.5%
Single Mother Households
971
12.1%
Single Father Households
737
9.2%
Living Alone
1,103
13.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
5,178
In Married Couple
4,004
77.3%
With Single Mother
702
13.6%
With Single Father
472
9.1%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$138,420
Married Couple Income
$149,418
Single Mother Income
$78,416
Single Father Income
$118,482
Avg Family Size
3.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.8
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,204
Grandparents Responsible
167
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$131,755
+80% vs national
Per Capita Income
$43,694
+18% vs national
Poverty Rate
2.7%
-80% vs national
Gini Index
0.3335
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
3.4%
-35% vs national
SNAP Recipients
11.5%
of households
How Ewa Gentry Compares
Ewa Gentry vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Ewa Gentry is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Ewa Gentry, HI has a median household income of $131,755, making it the 2,008th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Ewa Gentry has a higher median household income than 93% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Ewa Gentry, HI has a per capita income of $43,694, making it the 6,678th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Ewa Gentry has a higher per capita income than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Ewa Gentry, HI has a poverty rate of 2.7%, making it the 26,876th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Ewa Gentry has a higher poverty rate than 14% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Ewa Gentry, HI has a unemployment rate of 3.4%, making it the 16,491st highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Ewa Gentry has a higher unemployment rate than 47% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Ewa Gentry. The median household income here is $131,755.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
3.4%
-51% vs HI avg
Labor Force
14,807
Employed
13,359
Mean Commute
34 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
20.2%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
40.2%
of adults 25+
Median Age
34.9
Work from Home
4.5%
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
213.5
100 = national avg
+113.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$93,926
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$222,008
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 Ewa Gentry, HI is $131,755, which is 79.9% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $43,694. The poverty rate of 2.7% is lower than the HI state average of 11.8%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3335, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 3.4%, compared to the state average of 6.9%. The labor force is 14,807. 20.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 34 minutes, with 4.5% working from home. About 69.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 213.5, which is 113.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 296.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $93,926 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$616,250
Median List Price
$669,500
Price Per Sq Ft
$655
Days on Market
84
Active Inventory
90
Months of Supply
9.0
Buyer's market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
40.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
25.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.8%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
10
New Listings
34
Pending Sales
20
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$655
Median List $/SF
$611
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Ewa Gentry, 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 Ewa Gentry alone.
Metro area: Urban Honolulu, HI
Ewa Gentry vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Ewa Gentry is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Ewa Gentry, HI has a median home value of $768,200, making it the 1,208th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Ewa Gentry has a higher median home value than 96% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Ewa Gentry, HI has a median rent of $2,517, making it the 633rd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Ewa Gentry has a higher median rent than 97% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Ewa Gentry, HI has a price per square foot of $655, making it the 579th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Ewa Gentry has a higher price per square foot than 97% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Ewa Gentry, HI has a rent burden of 22.9%, making it the 5,234th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Ewa Gentry has a higher rent burden than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$768,200
Median Rent
$2,517
Total Housing Units
8,265
Vacancy Rate
3.0%
Owner Occupied
78.0%
Renter Occupied
22.0%
Median Property Tax
$2,049
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,895
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,049
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.27%
of home value
Median Home Value
$768,200
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,542
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,049) by the median home value ($768,200). In Ewa Gentry, HI, this works out to an effective rate of 0.27%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Ewa Gentry, HI is $616,250 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 84 days on the market. 40.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 9.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $655. The median rent is $2,517 per month (Census ACS). About 78.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1998. There are 8,265 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,049. The effective tax rate is 0.27%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Ewa Gentry. 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
$833K
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 | — | $736K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Olivia → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Lane → | Hurricane | Aug 2018 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and… → | Flood | May 2018 | — | — |
| Tsunami Waves → | Tsunami | Apr 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jan 2009 | — | $77K |
| Waialua Fire → | Fire | Aug 2007 | — | — |
| Earthquake → | Earthquake | Oct 2006 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and… → | Severe Storm | May 2006 | — | $15K |
| 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.
Ewa Gentry 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. $832,716 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
24.8%
11.3pp below the national average
Depression Rate
15.6%
7.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.8%
2.1pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
4.9%
5.7pp 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
32.4%
Arthritis
17.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
4.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
6.1%
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
15.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
15.6%
Loneliness
34.0%
Lack of Support
32.6%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
24.5%
Mobility
9.8%
Cognitive
12.2%
Hearing
4.7%
Vision
4.2%
Self-Care
2.6%
Independent Living
5.9%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Ewa Gentry has an obesity rate of 24.8%, which is 11.3pp below the national average. The depression rate is 15.6%, 7.9pp below the national average. About 4.9% of adults lack health insurance. 75.9% 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
0.8 mi
Kahi Mohala
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kahi Mohala | 0.8 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Pali Momi Medical Center | 10.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Adventist Health Castle | 17.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Kahuku Medical Center | 24.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
34 min
+47% vs national
Drive Alone
69.5%
-12% vs national
Public Transit
5.4%
+502% vs national
Work From Home
4.5%
-52% vs national
Carpool
17.0%
Walk / Bike
2.0%
combined
How Ewa Gentry's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
The average commute in Ewa Gentry, HI is 34 minutes, which is 47.0% above the national average of 23 minutes. 69.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 4.5% work from home, which is below the HI state average of 9.5%. Public transit is used by 5.4% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 17.0% of workers carpool. 1.4% walk to work. 0.6% commute by bicycle.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
94.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
89.1%
of households
No Internet
3.3%
of households
Total Households
8,016
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
98.2%
of households
Smartphone
96.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
85.7%
of households
Tablet
75.4%
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
+125% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
38.2¢
per kWh
+147% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
34.1¢
per kWh
+187% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$212
residential
+45% vs 25,000 - 50,000 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).
Ewa Gentry vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
94.8% of households in Ewa Gentry have broadband internet access. 89.1% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 5.2% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 3.3% of households have no internet access. 7.8% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Ewa Gentry is located in Honolulu County, HI. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Ewa Gentry.
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
21
Total Approved
$1.3M
Jobs Supported
115
Per 10K Residents
7.9
SBA loans
-90.9% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
6
Top Lender
Bank of Hawaii
8 loans
Top Industry
Transportation & Warehousing
Data Span
1999–2024
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
21
Total Amount
$1.3M
Avg Loan
$60,862
Median Loan
$40,000
SBA Guaranteed
$746K(58%)
Jobs Supported
115
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
1
5% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$27K
2% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$27,000
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vance L Fletcher Md Inc | 1 | $250K |
| A's Bistro & Catering Llc | 1 | $150K |
| Timers Plus | 1 | $115K |
| Popov Consulting Group Inc | 1 | $100K |
| Index Builders Inc | 1 | $100K |
| Fiesta's Mexican Grill Llc | 1 | $90K |
| Keli'i Trucking Llc | 2 | $80K |
| Rj Electrical and Communicatio | 1 | $50K |
| Quickturn Llc | 1 | $50K |
| Young C Yoo | 1 | $50K |
Ewa Gentry, HI has received 21 SBA loans totaling $1.3M in approved funding between 1999 and 2024. The 7(a) program accounts for 21 loans (100% of the total), supporting 115 jobs. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Transportation & Warehousing. The most active SBA lender in Ewa Gentry is Bank of Hawaii with 8 loans. That works out to 7.9 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
11
Total Population
318,024
Avg Median Income
-$363,586,036
Avg Home Value
-$363,274,100
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96706 | 83,467 | $125,879 | $796,600 | $2,785 | 17.1 |
| 96707 | 49,316 | $121,409 | $772,400 | $2,551 | 43.4 |
| 96759 | 202 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
| 96797 | 72,717 | $110,036 | $798,600 | $1,981 | 19.3 |
| 96818 | 55,107 | $99,933 | $653,400 | $3,185 | 10.8 |
| 96819 | 51,961 | $96,346 | $963,900 | $1,789 | 21.9 |
| 96820 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 96853 | 513 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
| 96858 | 327 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 96859 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 96860 | 4,414 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.9 |
Ewa Gentry, HI has 11 ZIP codes with a combined population of 318,024. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$363,586,036. The average median home value is -$363,274,100. The average median monthly rent is -$363,635,246.
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