Kapa'a

HI

Kauai County, Hawaii

Population 74K |Median income $97,668 |3 hospitals

Population
73,731
Kauai County
Median Income
$97,668
+44% vs avg
Median Home Value
$873,200
+283% vs avg
Median Age
43.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
74K+9%
Median Income
$97,668+57%
Median Home Value
$873,200+80%
Poverty Rate
9.1%-19%
Unemployment
3.8%-47%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,870/mo
Poverty Rate
9.1% -36% vs avg
Unemployment 3.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 30.1%
Work From Home 8.6%
Public Transit 1.4%

Population

Asian 30.6%
White 29.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 28.2%
African American 0.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
42.5%
High Blood Pressure
33.1%
Obesity
23.9%
Physical Inactivity
21.2%
Binge Drinking
16.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.6%
Frequent Physical Distress
13%
Diabetes
12%
Current Smoking
12%
Current Asthma
10%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 75.3%
Dental Visit 68.4%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease
6.8%
Lack of Health Insurance
6.3%
Stroke
3.9%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
1
WILCOX MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
LIHUE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Kapa'a 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 Kapa'a, HI? ▼
Kapa'a, HI has a population of 73,731 people, located in Kauai County, Hawaii.
What is the median household income in Kapa'a? ▼
The median household income in Kapa'a, HI is $97,668 per year. The poverty rate is 9.1%.
What is the median home value in Kapa'a? ▼
The median home value in Kapa'a, HI is $873,200. Median rent is $1,870/month.
What are the top health concerns in Kapa'a? ▼
The top health indicators in Kapa'a include Short Sleep Duration (42.5%), High Blood Pressure (33.1%), Obesity (23.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Kapa'a? ▼
Kapa'a has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Kapa'a? ▼
The median age in Kapa'a, HI is 43.1 years. 30.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Kapa'a, HI is located in Kauai County, Hawaii. With a population of 74K and a median household income of $97,668, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Kapa'a 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 (Kauai 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.