| ZIP Code | 96792 |
|---|---|
| City | Waianae |
| State | Hawaii (HI) |
| County | Honolulu County |
| Area Code | 808 |
| Elevation | 327 ft |
| Latitude | 21.468625 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -158.166906 |
| Timezone | Honolulu |
| FIPS | 15003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.3 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.65 |
| Below Poverty | 18.0% ▲ 80% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.7% ▼ 31% below avg |
| Unemployment | 10.5% ▲ 114% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 197 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 13,039 (45.7%) |
| Some College | 3,252 (11.4%) |
| Associates | 4,457 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,954 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,657 (16.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,927 ▲ 10% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $551,400 ▲ 98% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,820/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,516 |
| Vacant Units | 2,254 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.65 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,516 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,254 |
| Owner Occupied | 61.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 38.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.65 |
ZIP code 96792 is located in Waianae, Hawaii, within Honolulu County. With a population of 49,879, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.3 years. Economically, 96792 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,927 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 96792 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $551,400 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,820 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 61.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 96792 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 13.2%. Residents are moderately educated — 26.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.0%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 96792 stands at 10.5%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 96792 in Waianae, HI is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 49,879 residents, a median household income of $83,927, and a median home value of $551,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Hawaii.