| ZIP Code | 96730 |
|---|---|
| City | Kaaawa |
| State | Hawaii (HI) |
| County | Honolulu County |
| Area Code | 808 |
| Elevation | 346 ft |
| Latitude | 21.538215 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -157.844346 |
| Timezone | Honolulu |
| FIPS | 15003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 14.8% ▲ 48% above avg |
| College Grads | 69.8% ▲ 80% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 33% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 12 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 100 (10.5%) |
| Some College | 42 (4.4%) |
| Associates | 134 (14%) |
| Bachelors | 136 (14.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 531 (55.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $112,237 ▲ 47% above avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $982,100 ▲ 252% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,952/mo ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 633 |
| Vacant Units | 89 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 633 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 89 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 96730 is located in Kaaawa, Hawaii, within Honolulu County. With a population of 1,427, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.6 years. Economically, 96730 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $112,237 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 96730 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $982,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,952 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 96730 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 33.9%. Residents are highly educated — 69.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.8%. Household income has grown by 50% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 96730 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 96730 in Kaaawa, HI is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,427 residents, a median household income of $112,237, and a median home value of $982,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Hawaii.