| ZIP Code | 96816 |
|---|---|
| City | Honolulu |
| State | Hawaii (HI) |
| County | Honolulu County |
| Area Code | 808 |
| Elevation | 773 ft |
| Latitude | 21.29122 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -157.790863 |
| Timezone | Honolulu |
| FIPS | 15003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.78 |
| Below Poverty | 8.3% ▼ 17% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.3% ▲ 50% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 36% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 745 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,767 (21.2%) |
| Some College | 2,371 (6.5%) |
| Associates | 4,439 (12.1%) |
| Bachelors | 3,642 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17,735 (48.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $114,744 ▲ 50% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,121,400 ▲ 302% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 9.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,879/mo ↑ 11% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,818 |
| Vacant Units | 1,836 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,818 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,836 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 37.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
ZIP code 96816 is located in Honolulu, Hawaii, within Honolulu County. With a population of 50,711, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.6 years. Economically, 96816 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $114,744 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 96816 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,121,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,879 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 96816 is majority Asian (52.17%). Residents are well-educated — 58.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.3%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 96816 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 96816 in Honolulu, HI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 50,711 residents, a median household income of $114,744, and a median home value of $1,121,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Hawaii.