| ZIP Code | 96779 |
|---|---|
| City | Paia |
| State | Hawaii (HI) |
| County | Maui County |
| Area Code | 808 |
| Elevation | 124 ft |
| Latitude | 20.909974 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -156.384337 |
| Timezone | Honolulu |
| FIPS | 15009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.01 |
| Below Poverty | 13.7% ▲ 37% above avg |
| College Grads | 51.0% ▲ 32% above avg |
| Unemployment | 10.3% ▲ 110% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 7 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 467 (23.9%) |
| Some College | 121 (6.2%) |
| Associates | 363 (18.6%) |
| Bachelors | 220 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 778 (39.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $115,833 ▲ 52% above avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $946,000 ▲ 239% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,486/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,155 |
| Vacant Units | 193 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.01 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,155 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 193 |
| Owner Occupied | 63.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.01 |
ZIP code 96779 is located in Paia, Hawaii, within Maui County. With a population of 2,906, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.6 years. Economically, 96779 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $115,833 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 96779 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $946,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,486 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 96779 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 41.2%. Residents are well-educated — 51.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.7%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 96779 stands at 10.3%, which is more than double the national average. A notably high share of workers — 27% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 59%.
Overall, ZIP code 96779 in Paia, HI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,906 residents, a median household income of $115,833, and a median home value of $946,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Hawaii.