Kahului

Kahului, Hawaii Overview

With a composite score of 58.8/100 and a B+ grade, Kahului ranks #6 of 20 cities in Hawaii. Its strongest showing is in Health (72/100), while Affordability (34/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Kahului

The median household income in Kahului is $92,062, 3% below the statewide median of $94,814. The local unemployment rate of 2.4% is higher than the state’s 2.2%.

Cost of Living in Kahului

Kahului has a cost of living index of 106.3 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $833,200. Median monthly rent is $1,473. Renters spend 19.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 9.1x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Kahului

Kahului’s adult obesity rate of 23% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 12.7%. Residents average 14.4 poor mental health days per month. Hawaii ranks #9 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Kahului

Kahului has a high school graduation rate of 86%. The student-teacher ratio is 16.2:1. Local districts invest $20,056 per student, well above the national median. The city has 5 public schools serving 5,130 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Kahului

The annual average temperature in Kahului is 75.2°F. Summers average 77.8°F. Winters average 72.2°F. The area is arid, receiving only 14.6 inches of precipitation annually.

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