| ZIP Code | 96822 |
|---|---|
| City | Honolulu |
| State | Hawaii (HI) |
| County | Honolulu County |
| Area Code | 808 |
| Elevation | 1,326 ft |
| Latitude | 21.320468 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -157.810364 |
| Timezone | Honolulu |
| FIPS | 15003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.3 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.23 |
| Below Poverty | 9.7% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 65.4% ▲ 69% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 20% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 419 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,130 (16.4%) |
| Some College | 1,724 (5.5%) |
| Associates | 3,555 (11.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,559 (8.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17,876 (57.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $95,594 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $985,100 ▲ 253% above avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 10.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,736/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,960 |
| Vacant Units | 1,225 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,960 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,225 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 46.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
ZIP code 96822 is located in Honolulu, Hawaii, within Honolulu County. With a population of 44,551, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.3 years. Economically, 96822 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $95,594 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 96822 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $985,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,736 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.6%) and renters (46.5%). Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 96822 is racially diverse, with Asian as the largest group at 47.9%. Residents are highly educated — 65.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.7%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 96822 stands at 5.9%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 56%.
Overall, ZIP code 96822 in Honolulu, HI is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and a middle-aged community. With 44,551 residents, a median household income of $95,594, and a median home value of $985,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Hawaii.