What are the schools like in Kealakekua, HI?

Kealakekua is served primarily by Hawaii Department of Education. The district operates 183 elementary schools, 42 middle schools, and 46 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.7:1.

What is the median household income in Kealakekua?

The median household income in Kealakekua, HI is $78,646 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.9%.

What is the weather like in Kealakekua, HI?

Kealakekua has an average high temperature of 80.2°F in January and 85.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.7 inches.

Kealakekua, HI Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Kealakekua, HI affordable or expensive?

Kealakekua's cost of living index is 101, where 100 represents the national average. This means Kealakekua is 1% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $562,200 and the median rent is $1,051 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Kealakekua, HI?

Crime rate data for Kealakekua is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Kealakekua, HI a Good Place to Live?

Kealakekua is a small town of 2,188 in Hawaii, with a median household income of $78,646 and a 1.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 101 (US average = 100), which is 1% above the national average.

Strengths: Kealakekua stands out for solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices. Whether Kealakekua is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Kealakekua city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 101.0

Kealakekua's overall cost of living index is 101.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Kealakekua costs roughly 1% more than the average American city.

Metric	Kealakekua, HI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$562,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,051	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	65.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$78,646	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Kealakekua is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Kealakekua is served primarily by Hawaii Department of Education. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Kealakekua, HI	National Avg
School District	Hawaii Department of Education	—
Elementary Schools	183	—
Middle Schools	42	—
High Schools	46	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	32.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Kealakekua sees average highs of 80.2°F in January and 85.3°F in July, with 24.7 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Kealakekua, HI
Average High — January	80.2°F
Average High — July	85.3°F
Annual Precipitation	24.7"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Kealakekua, HI	National Avg
Population	2,188	—
Median Age	47.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	19.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	9.8%	18.9%
Asian	46.7%	6.3%
Under 18	21.0%	22.2%
65 and over	26.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Captain Cook, HI 2 mi Honalo, HI 4 mi Kahaluu-Keauhou, HI 4 mi Honaunau-Napoopoo, HI 6 mi Holualoa, HI 10 mi

ZIP Codes in Kealakekua

Kealakekua, HI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

96750

Kealakekua vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kealakekua, HI affordable or expensive?

Kealakekua's cost of living index is 101, where 100 is the national average. That puts Kealakekua roughly 1% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $562,200 and median rent is $1,051/month.

What is the crime rate in Kealakekua, HI?

Crime data for Kealakekua is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Kealakekua?

Public schools in Kealakekua are operated by Hawaii Department of Education. The district has 183 elementary, 42 middle, and 46 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.7:1. 32.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Kealakekua, HI a good place to live?

Kealakekua, HI has a population of 2,188, a median household income of $78,646, and an unemployment rate of 1.9%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Kealakekua?

Kealakekua averages 80.2°F in January and 85.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 24.7 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Kealakekua?

Kealakekua, HI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 96750.

What is the population of Kealakekua?

The population of Kealakekua, Hawaii is 2,188 with a median age of 47.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Kealakekua?

Key numbers for living in Kealakekua: cost of living index 101 (100 = US average), median home $562,200, median household income $78,646, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Kealakekua side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.