Kailua-Kona

HI

Hawaii County, Hawaii

Population 206K |Median income $78,639 |6 hospitals

Population
205,769
Hawaii County
Median Income
$78,639
+16% vs avg
Median Home Value
$519,300
+128% vs avg
Median Age
44.3
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
206K+10%
Median Income
$78,639+53%
Median Home Value
$519,300+68%
Poverty Rate
14.9%-19%
Unemployment
6%-44%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,510/mo
Poverty Rate
14.9% +5% vs avg
Unemployment 6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 31.4%
Work From Home 12.1%
Public Transit 0.7%

Population

Two or More Ethnicities 35.8%
White 30.9%
Asian 20.8%
African American 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
38.1%
High Blood Pressure
31%
Obesity
27.2%
Physical Inactivity
22.3%
Binge Drinking
17.5%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.6%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.8%
Current Smoking
14.5%
Diabetes
12.5%
Current Asthma
11%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 75.5%
Dental Visit 64.1%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease
7.6%
Lack of Health Insurance
6.6%
Stroke
4.4%

Hospitals 6 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
0
★★★
0
★★
3
★
0
Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
6
With ER
3
HILO BENIOFF MEDICAL CENTER
HILO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
KONA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
KEALAKEKUA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, INC
KAMUELA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Kailua-Kona Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd in Whitton; Fire Currently Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Whitton as Demamiel Rd Fire Brought Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd, Whitton; Fire Currently Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd in Whitton

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago
Earthquakes

Minor M 3.2 Earthquake Reported Near Pāhala, Hawaii

USGS · 2h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Kailua-Kona, HI? ▼
Kailua-Kona, HI has a population of 205,769 people, located in Hawaii County, Hawaii.
What is the median household income in Kailua-Kona? ▼
The median household income in Kailua-Kona, HI is $78,639 per year. The poverty rate is 14.9%.
What is the median home value in Kailua-Kona? ▼
The median home value in Kailua-Kona, HI is $519,300. Median rent is $1,510/month.
What are the top health concerns in Kailua-Kona? ▼
The top health indicators in Kailua-Kona include Short Sleep Duration (38.1%), High Blood Pressure (31%), Obesity (27.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Kailua-Kona? ▼
Kailua-Kona has 6 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Kailua-Kona? ▼
The median age in Kailua-Kona, HI is 44.3 years. 31.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Kailua-Kona, HI is located in Hawaii County, Hawaii. With a population of 206K and a median household income of $78,639, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 6 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Kailua-Kona area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Hawaii County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.