Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 3.15 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| College Grads | 43.3% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 358 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 14,943 (30.2%) |
| Some College | 5,132 (10.4%) |
| Associates | 7,459 (15.1%) |
| Bachelors | 6,194 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 15,457 (31.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $94,825 ▲ 24% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $816,111 ▲ 193% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,850/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 30,392 |
| Vacant Units | 6,927 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Kauai County is located in Hawaii and encompasses 17 ZIP codes spanning 17 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 73,610 residents. With a median age of 41.66, it is a middle-aged county.
Kauai County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $94,825 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.7% is near the national average.
Housing in Kauai County is among the most expensive housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $816,111 — more than double the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,849. Homeownership rates are high at 67.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Kauai County are racially diverse, with Asian as the largest group at 29.1%. Educational attainment is well-educated — 43.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Kauai County, HI is a middle-income area in Hawaii. The 17 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96703 | Anahola | 3,453 | $94,688 | $527,800 | $1,479 | 3.3% | 24.4% |
| 96705 | Eleele | 2,376 | $120,577 | $684,900 | $1,503 | 1.7% | 42.6% |
| 96714 | Hanalei | 1,438 | $132,115 | $1,169,000 | $1,375 | 3.5% | 61.8% |
| 96716 | Hanapepe | 2,329 | $90,452 | $738,100 | $2,016 | 8.3% | 30.7% |
| 96741 | Kalaheo | 6,283 | $106,777 | $915,700 | $1,706 | 4.2% | 52.5% |
| 96746 | Kapaa | 20,566 | $89,681 | $830,500 | $2,053 | 3.4% | 43.7% |
| 96747 | Kaumakani | 1,361 | $89,637 | — | $1,022 | 1.0% | 28.6% |
| 96752 | Kekaha | 3,552 | $74,628 | $516,800 | $2,228 | 3.0% | 31.3% |
| 96754 | Kilauea | 4,172 | $85,428 | $1,144,100 | $1,891 | 2.3% | 36.3% |
| 96756 | Koloa | 6,110 | $97,500 | $909,700 | $1,593 | 7.3% | 48.5% |
| 96765 | Lawai | 516 | $83,641 | $725,000 | $1,993 | 28.6% | 59.2% |
| 96766 | Lihue | 16,924 | $96,434 | $751,800 | $1,904 | 2.8% | 44.9% |
| 96722 | Princeville | 2,061 | $105,750 | $1,213,800 | — | 5.2% | 64.1% |
| 96796 | Waimea | 2,070 | $87,222 | $573,900 | $1,664 | 3.8% | 40.5% |