| ZIP Code | 96728 |
|---|---|
| City | Honomu |
| State | Hawaii (HI) |
| County | Hawaii County |
| Area Code | 808 |
| Elevation | 738 ft |
| Latitude | 19.86198 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -155.129014 |
| Timezone | Honolulu |
| FIPS | 15001 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.0 yrs ↓ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.34 |
| Below Poverty | 4.3% ▼ 57% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.8% ▲ 44% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.6% ▼ 68% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 60 (23.1%) |
| Some College | 16 (6.2%) |
| Associates | 39 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 46 (17.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 99 (38.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,063 ▼ 9% below avg ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $433,800 ▲ 56% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,450/mo |
| Total Units | 198 |
| Vacant Units | 40 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 198 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 40 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
ZIP code 96728 is located in Honomu, Hawaii, within Hawaii County. With a population of 370, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45 years. Economically, 96728 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,063 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 96728 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $433,800 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,450 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 96728 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 29.7%. Residents are well-educated — 55.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.3%. Household income has declined by 2% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 96728 stands at 1.6%, which is well below the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 59%.
Overall, ZIP code 96728 in Honomu, HI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 370 residents, a median household income of $69,063, and a median home value of $433,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Hawaii.