| ZIP Code | 96821 |
|---|---|
| City | Honolulu |
| State | Hawaii (HI) |
| County | Honolulu County |
| Area Code | 808 |
| Elevation | 886 ft |
| Latitude | 21.311172 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -157.75023 |
| Timezone | Honolulu |
| FIPS | 15003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.3 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.89 |
| Below Poverty | 4.9% ▼ 51% below avg |
| College Grads | 68.6% ▲ 77% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 10% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 30 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,133 (15%) |
| Some College | 501 (3.5%) |
| Associates | 1,800 (12.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,020 (7.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,730 (61.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $174,152 ▲ 128% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,457,700 ▲ 423% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,946/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,462 |
| Vacant Units | 668 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.89 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,462 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 668 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.89 |
ZIP code 96821 is located in Honolulu, Hawaii, within Honolulu County. With a population of 19,831, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.3 years. Economically, 96821 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $174,152 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 96821 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,457,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,946 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 96821 is majority Asian (52.51%). Residents are highly educated — 68.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.9%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 96821 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 96821 in Honolulu, HI is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,831 residents, a median household income of $174,152, and a median home value of $1,457,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Hawaii.