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See what Wahiawa, HI has to offer.

All About

Living in Wahiawa, HI

Wahiawa is a small city in Hawaii with approximately 17,000 residents. Retirees are a frequent sight, as they make up 19% of the population compared to 14% nationally. In terms of housing, residents are fairly evenly split between renting (52%) and owning (48%) their residence. With a relatively low average rent of $1,283 per month in the city, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in Hawaii. Each month, renters in Wahiawa will save around $234 compared to the state average.

There are three primary industries in Wahiawa: entertainment, retail, and construction. Together, these industries account for 21% of the city's workforce. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many of the city's residents work in sales, as 7% of the city's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any field. With an average annual income of nearly $74K, Wahiawa workers earn less than their peers elsewhere in the state. Wahiawa's average income, however, is just about on par with the national average ($73,345). Wahiawa has a relatively high concentration of residents over the age of 25 who have earned an Associate's degree (7%) compared to the national average (5%). Furthermore, 11% have a Bachelor's degree and 3% possess a Master's or Doctoral degree.

With an average commute time of about 35 minutes, longer than most cities in Hawaii, Wahiawa residents have found that traveling to work takes some patience. Driving a car or truck is the typical means of commuting to work, chosen by 38% of commuters, while public transportation is used by just 5% of the population. Walking (3%) isn't a common way to get to work, though the number does exceed the national average.

What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About Wahiawa

There's nothing in unique favorable about this place I'm just grateful that I have a rough over my head but I can't control what goes on on thethere's nothing in unique favorable about this place I'm just grateful that I have a rough over my head but I can't control what goes on on the outside

It is very safe. It has public transit close. Schools are close. It is close to a very big local park.

Nice quiet neighborhood. On bus lines close to highway and downtown. Nice local park and neighborhood pool.

there are about 10 churches of different denominations in my town, so people are very religious. there are many fast food and family restaurants were people can gather.

That it's on a military installation and the community is very tight bit everybody looks out for each other

Who Lives Here

Wahiawa Demographics

Education

High School

29%

Associate's

23%

Bachelor's

11%

Master's

3%

Doctorate

34%

Family Size

2 people

35%

3 people

26%

4 people

16%

5 people

12%

6+ people

11%

Household Income

0-50k

40%

50-100k

29%

100-150k

18%

150-200k

7%

200k+

6%

Age

0-10

13%

10-20

13%

20-45

31%

45-65

24%

65+

20%

Getting Around Wahiawa

Wahiawa Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

17%

15-30 Mins

29%

30-40 Mins

18%

40-60 Mins

16%

60+ Mins

20%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 3535

Walk Score®

Walkable

Yes

Say 1 of 2 renters

Percentage: 3939

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 1 of 2 renters

Top Scores: Grocery, Restaurant, Coffee

Things To Do In Wahiawa

Top Score

Grocery Stores

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The food shops around here are few and far between.

  1. A high number of grocery stores per resident
  2. 6% more grocery stores than average
  3. 76% more grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Wahiawa serves up a dining scene that's only lukewarm.

  1. A high number of restaurants per resident
  2. An average number of restaurants
  3. 31% more restaurants than areas of a similar size

Coffee

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The coffee scene is lukewarm in Wahiawa.

  1. A high number of coffee shops per resident
  2. 65% fewer coffee shops than average
  3. A standard number of coffee shops compared to areas of a similar size

Nightlife

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll need to stock up the mini-bar. Wahiawa is running dry.

  1. A high number of bars and clubs per resident
  2. 19% more bars and clubs than average
  3. Significantly more bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Parks

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not too many park perks in Wahiawa.

  1. A high number of parks per resident
  2. Significantly more parks than average
  3. 82% more parks than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The retail inventory is low in Wahiawa.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. 100% fewer shops than average
  3. 100% fewer shops than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll have to workout somewhere else to keep fit.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. 75% fewer gyms than average
  3. 58% fewer gyms than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Wahiawa could do with more oppawtunities for pets.

  1. A high number of pet facilities per resident
  2. An average number of pet facilities
  3. 33% more pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You gotta Van Gogh somewhere else for art.

  1. A high number of fine art centers per resident
  2. 50% fewer fine art centers than average
  3. 25% more fine art centers than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

We have a bone to pick with this Wahiawa's access to medical care.

  1. A high number of medical facilities per resident
  2. 25% more medical facilities than average
  3. 82% more medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Honk if you see a gas station.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. An average number of gas stations
  3. A standard number of gas stations compared to areas of a similar size

Wahiawa Education

Schools

Percentage: 4/54/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Wahiawa

7/10

Wahiawa Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

6/10

Helemano Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

4/10

Kaala Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

8/10

Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

5/10

Lliahi Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

4/10

Daniel K. Inouye Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Wahiawa, HI

Wahiawa is a small city in Hawaii with approximately 17,000 residents. Retirees are a frequent sight, as they make up 19% of the population compared to 14% nationally. In terms of housing, residents are fairly evenly split between renting (52%) and owning (48%) their residence. With a relatively low average rent of $1,283 per month in the city, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in Hawaii. Each month, renters in Wahiawa will save around $234 compared to the state average.

There are three primary industries in Wahiawa: entertainment, retail, and construction. Together, these industries account for 21% of the city's workforce. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many of the city's residents work in sales, as 7% of the city's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any field. With an average annual income of nearly $74K, Wahiawa workers earn less than their peers elsewhere in the state. Wahiawa's average income, however, is just about on par with the national average ($73,345). Wahiawa has a relatively high concentration of residents over the age of 25 who have earned an Associate's degree (7%) compared to the national average (5%). Furthermore, 11% have a Bachelor's degree and 3% possess a Master's or Doctoral degree.

With an average commute time of about 35 minutes, longer than most cities in Hawaii, Wahiawa residents have found that traveling to work takes some patience. Driving a car or truck is the typical means of commuting to work, chosen by 38% of commuters, while public transportation is used by just 5% of the population. Walking (3%) isn't a common way to get to work, though the number does exceed the national average.