Kihei

Kihei, Hawaii Overview

Kihei faces challenges across several categories, earning a B grade (54.0/100) and ranking #19 of 20 cities in Hawaii. Even so, the city scores 71/100 in Education — a relative bright spot compared to its Affordability score of 23/100.

Income & Employment in Kihei

The median household income in Kihei is $87,568, 8% below the statewide median of $94,814.

Cost of Living in Kihei

The median home value is $871,600. Median monthly rent is $2,021. The price-to-income ratio of 10.0x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Kihei

Kihei’s adult obesity rate of 27.5% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.9%. Residents report an average of 15.5 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Hawaii ranks #9 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Kihei

Kihei has a high school graduation rate of 86%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.6:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $20,056 per student, well above the national median. The city has 5 public schools serving 2,425 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Kihei

The annual average temperature in Kihei is 74.3°F. Summers average 76.4°F. Winters average 71.8°F. Annual precipitation is 33.5 inches. The mean commute time is 18.7 minutes, compared to 24.4 for Hawaii overall.

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