Wahiawa

Wahiawa, Hawaii Overview

Wahiawa faces challenges across several categories, earning a C+ grade (51.8/100) and ranking #20 of 20 cities in Hawaii. Even so, the city scores 70/100 in Safety — a relative bright spot compared to its Affordability score of 33/100.

Income & Employment in Wahiawa

The median household income in Wahiawa is $86,883, 8% below the statewide median of $94,814.

Cost of Living in Wahiawa

The median home value is $716,800. Median monthly rent is $1,443. Renters spend 19.9% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 8.3x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Wahiawa

The adult obesity rate in Wahiawa is 28.6% (CDC PLACES). Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 14.4%. Residents report an average of 16 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Hawaii ranks #9 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Wahiawa

Wahiawa has a high school graduation rate of 86%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.9:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $20,056 per student, well above the national median. The city has 11 public schools serving 6,692 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Wahiawa

The annual average temperature in Wahiawa is 70.8°F. Summers average 73.1°F. Winters average 67.9°F. Annual precipitation is 30.6 inches. The mean commute time is 31.6 minutes, compared to 24.4 for Hawaii overall.

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