| ZIP Code | 96817 |
|---|---|
| City | Honolulu |
| State | Hawaii (HI) |
| County | Honolulu County |
| Area Code | 808 |
| Elevation | 373 ft |
| Latitude | 21.355506 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -157.821647 |
| Timezone | Honolulu |
| FIPS | 15003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.4 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.70 |
| Below Poverty | 14.9% ▲ 49% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.9% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,629 (4.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,516 (30.9%) |
| Some College | 3,374 (9.1%) |
| Associates | 4,773 (12.8%) |
| Bachelors | 4,035 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,928 (32%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $74,690 ≈ Avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $930,000 ▲ 234% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 12.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,419/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 21,489 |
| Vacant Units | 1,799 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 21,489 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,799 |
| Owner Occupied | 43.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 56.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
ZIP code 96817 is located in Honolulu, Hawaii, within Honolulu County. With a population of 55,213, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.4 years. Economically, 96817 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $74,690 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 96817 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $930,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,419 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (43.1%) and renters (56.9%). Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 96817 is majority Asian (59.61%). Residents are well-educated — 42.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.9%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 96817 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 53%.
Overall, ZIP code 96817 in Honolulu, HI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a mature community. With 55,213 residents, a median household income of $74,690, and a median home value of $930,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Hawaii.