Apartments for rent in Poipu, HI

Poipu, a small town in Hawaii, has a population of slightly more than 1,000. Retirees make up a greater percentage of the population (39%) here than nationally (14%), while young adults appear in smaller numbers. The town ranks as the fourth-oldest municipality in the state with an average age of just over 53. Home ownership is more common than renting in Poipu, and 27% of residents rent. At $1,475 a month, the average rent is roughly on par with the state average.

Averaging about 19 minutes, Poipu's commute time is shorter than the state average of about 30 minutes. Driving a car or truck is the typical means of commuting to work, selected by 36% of commuters, while public transit is not used. Riding a bike is the second-most common way to get to work, chosen by 1% of residents. Not many commuters walk to work.

Compared to the national average (7%), Poipu has a large number of residents older than 25 who have advanced degrees, as 14% possess a Master's degree or a Doctoral degree. In addition, 26% possess a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average. There are two primary industries in Poipu: entertainment and retail. Together, these industries account for 15% of the workforce in the town. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many of the town's workers are in sales, making it the top career path in the town. Poipu workers earn an average annual income of about $96K, about $7,000 more than those elsewhere in the state. The town's average income also compares favorably to the national average of $73,345.