Wailuku

Wailuku, Hawaii Overview

Wailuku earns an overall grade of B+ with a composite score of 58.7 out of 100, ranking #231 of 20 cities in Hawaii. The city's strongest category is Fiscal Health (71/100) while its biggest challenge is Affordability (33/100).

Income & Employment in Wailuku

The median household income in Wailuku is $93,958 according to Census ACS data. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.

Cost of Living in Wailuku

Wailuku has a cost of living index of 106.3 (where 100 equals the national average), which is above the national average. The median home value is $781,700. Median monthly rent is $1,747.

Health & Wellness in Wailuku

The adult obesity rate in Wailuku is 25.3% according to CDC PLACES data. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.5%. Residents report an average of 14.6 poor mental health days per month. These health indicators are important for assessing overall quality of life in Wailuku, Hawaii.

Education & Schools in Wailuku

Wailuku has 5 public schools serving 4,158 students. The high school graduation rate is 86%, a solid rate. The student-teacher ratio is 16.7:1. The district spends $20,056 per student. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Wailuku

Wailuku has an annual average temperature of 74.3°F. Summers average 76.9°F. Winters average 71.3°F. The city receives approximately 14.6 inches of precipitation per year.

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