Livability Score

83
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (8) A+
Morning Brew
Coffee Shop
Kalapawai Market
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
The Collective: Tattoo, Cafe & Gallery
Coffee Shop
Over Easy
Coffee Shop
Bee & Tea
Coffee Shop
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Hawaiian island cafe
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (3) F
Manoa Chocolate Company
Attraction
Pali Lanes Bowling Alley
Bowling Alley
Water Gardens Keolu
Cinema
Castle Performing Arts Learning Center
Theatre Arts
Food and Drink (27) A+
Island Snow
Fast Food
Bob's Pizzeria
Fast Food
Donut King
Fast Food
Jamba
Fast Food
Island Snow
Sweets
Paniolo’s Hawaii
Fast Food
Teddy's Bigger Burgers
Fast Food
Aloha Salads
Fast Food
Manoa Chocolate Company
Sweets
Lanikai Juice
Fast Food
Pizza Hut Express
Fast Food
Banan
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Pali Lanes Bowling Alley Bar
Bar
Mahaloha Burger
Fast Food
Boots & Kimo's
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Panda Express
Fast Food
Jack in the Box
Fast Food
Gaslamp
Bar
Kailua Town Pub and Grill
Bar
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
Fast Food
Baskin-Robbins
Sweets
Taco Bell
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Fitness (1) F
Anytime Fitness
Gym
Groceries (9) A+
Times Supermarkets
Grocery Store
Down to Earth
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Whole Foods Market
Grocery Store
Down to Earth
Grocery Store
Foodland
Grocery Store
Great Harvest Bread Co.
Bakery
Safeway
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Shima's
Grocery Store
Parks (32) A+
Kailua District Park
Park
Triangle Park
Park
Kalama Beach Park
Park
Kailua Beach Park
Park
Kalaheo Neighborhood Park
Park
Lanikai Park
Park
Lanikai Park
Playground
Kawai Nui Neighborhood Park
Park
Pohakupu Mini Park
Park
Keolu Hills Neighborhood Park
Park
Keolu skate park
Park
Aikahi Community Park
Park
Kaluapuhi Neighborhood Park
Park
Basketball Court
Park
Kaneohe Beach Park
Park
Shops (22) A+
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
BookEnds
Books
AT&T
Electronics
Windward Jewelers
Fashion
Kalapawai Market
Convenience Store
Lanikai Bath and Body
Beauty
Classic Waves Boutique
Clothing
Kailua Nail Care
Beauty
Coco’s Trading Post
Clothing
GNC
Nutrition Supplements
Island Snow
Clothing
Global Village
Clothing
Dogtown Bakery
Pets
Target
Department Store
Ulta Beauty
Beauty
Hawaiian Island Creations
Clothing
Aloha Island Mart
Convenience Store
Island Bungalow Hawaii
Houseware
Paradise Soccer Club
Clothing
Rusty Chain Cyclery
Bicycle
Hardware Hawaii
Home Improvement
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
AAFES Express
Convenience Store
Olomana Golf Club
Sports
East Honolulu clothing company
Clothing
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 2.6% take public transportation in Kailua.
Public Transit Stops (15)
Stops & Stations A+
Mokapu Boulevard + Opposite Ililani Street
Bus Stop
Kaneohe Bay Drive + Ilihau Street
Bus Stop
Kaneohe Bay Drive + Ilihau Street
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
2.6% F
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cost of living F

The cost of living in Kailua is 227/100 - which is 31% higher than Hawaii.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax D-
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crime A+

Kailua crime rates are 1,287 per 100k, which is 52% lower than Hawaii
Property Crime
1,163 crimes per 100k B+
Violent Crime
124 crimes per 100k A+
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employment A+

The median income in Kailua is $122,706 - which is 70% higher than Hawaii.
Med. Household Income
$122,706 A+
Unemployment Rate
2.4% A+
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (7)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Fire Station 18 Kailua
Fire Station
Honolulu Police Department Kailua Substation
Police
Longs Drugs
Pharmacy
Urgent Care Hawaii – Kailua
Doctor
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Castle Medical Center
Hospital
Aikahi Fire Station
Fire Station
Waimanalo Fire Station Number 27
Fire Station
Air Quality
Median Air Quality A+
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housing C-

Kailua home prices are $992,100 - which is 84% higher than Hawaii
Home Price
$992,100 A+
Home Appreciation Rate
13% A-
Home Affordability
8.1x (home price to income ratio) F
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schools A

The Kailua graduation rate is 94% - which is 6% higher than Hawaii
School Test Scores
58% D+
High School Grad. Rates
94% A+
Elementary Schools (16) A+
St Anthony School Kailua
Kailua Elementary School
Huakailani School For Girls
Hawaiian Mission Academy Winward Campus
Ka'Ohao Public Charter School
Enchanted Lake Elementary School
Kaelepulu Elementary School
Trinity Christian School
St John Vianney Parish School
Kainalu Elementary School
Maunawili Elementary School
Keolu Elementary School
Aikahi Elementary School
Le Jardin Academy
Trinity Christian School
Mokapu Elementary School
Windward Nazarene Academy
Puohala Elementary School
Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School
Kaneohe Elementary School
High Schools (6) F
Kailua High School
Trinity Christian School
Kalaheo High School
Olomana School
Le Jardin Academy
Trinity Christian School
Castle High School
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ratings B

Kailua has an overall rating of 73% from 8 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes B-
User Surveys (7)
From AreaVibes A
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Kailua- Beachfront Paradise! 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Apr 26, 2018) After living in Kailua for several years, I can truthfully say it's one of the best cities I have ever lived in. For starters, Kailua is on the water, which means there are tons of options to choose from regarding water activities. Kayaking, paddle boarding, and just relaxing on ...Read More the beautiful beach are just a few options. Go on the three peak hike or visit the Lanikai Pillboxes for some amazing views.

If you are moving with kids, Kailua has some great schools, both public and private. Most schools are located in the eastern part of Kailua, which can be a little tricky if you don't live in the eastern section.

Shopping in Kailua is mostly artisanal, small scale businesses, as community is a big art of the culture here. Restaurants are all over the place, with delicious cuisines.

The biggest downside to Kailua is the price of real estate. With a median home price of $918,000, Kailua is the most expensive city in Hawaii. Read Less
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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Kailua? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Kailua District Park
      Triangle Park
      Kalama Beach Park
      Kailua Beach Park
      Kalaheo Neighborhood Park
      Lanikai Park
      Lanikai Park
      Kawai Nui Neighborhood Park

      Entertainment

      Manoa Chocolate Company
      Pali Lanes Bowling Alley
      Water Gardens Keolu
      Castle Performing Arts Learning Center

      Food & Drink

      Island Snow
      Bob's Pizzeria
      Donut King
      Jamba
      Island Snow
      Paniolo’s Hawaii
      Teddy's Bigger Burgers
      Aloha Salads

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Kailua? Of all people who commute, 2.6% take public transportation in Kailua.
      Drive to Work
      74%

      2% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      3%

      3% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      1% lower than the US average

      F Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Kailua? The cost of living in Kailua is 227/100 - which is 31% higher than Hawaii.
      Kailua
      227

      127% more expensive than average

      Hawaii
      173

      73% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      A+ Crime

      What is the crime rate in Kailua? Kailua crime rates are 1,287, which are 52% lower than Hawaii
      Total Crime
      1,287 per 100k people

      45% lower than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 78

      45% lower than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      1%

      Year over year crime is up

      A+ Employment

      What is the median income in Kailua? The median income in Kailua is $122,706 which is 70% higher than Hawaii.
      Median household income
      $122,706122% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $51,26072% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      2%

      49% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Kailua a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Castle Medical Center

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens
      Longs Drugs

      Doctors

      Urgent Care Hawaii – Kailua

      C- Housing

      What are Kailua home prices? Kailua home prices are $992,100 - which is 84% higher than Hawaii
      Median home value
      $992,100437% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $2,510164% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      75%

      17% higher than the US average

      A Schools

      Does Kailua have good schools? The Kailua graduation rate is 94% - which is 6% higher than Hawaii
      High school grad. rates
      94%

      13% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      58%

      21% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      0:1

      100% lower than the US average

      B User Ratings

      Is Kailua a good place to live? Kailua has an overall rating of 73% from 8 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      73%

      8 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      70%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      80%

      7 total surveys

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