Livability Score

54
/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 F

There are not many amenities close to this location.
Coffee (1) F
Kona Mountain Coffee
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (23) F
The Vanillerie
Attraction
Mountain Thunder Coffee
Attraction
Hula Daddy Kona Coffee
Attraction
Lava Tube
Attraction
Food and Drink (4) F
Subway
Fast Food
Costco Food Court
Fast Food
Mrs. Barry’s Kona Cookies
Sweets
Fitness (0) F
Groceries (1) F
Parks (5) F
Recreation Center Pavilion
Park
Shops (8) F
Matsuyama's Food Mart
Convenience Store
The Home Depot
Home Improvement
Matsuyama Market
Convenience Store
Minit Stop
Convenience Store
Bella Petra Kona
Home Improvement
Gift Shop
Gift Shop
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commute F

Of all people who commute, 0.0% take public transportation in Kalaoa.
Public Transit Stops (0)
Stops & Stations
F
Workers Taking Public Transit
0.0%
F
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cost of living F

The cost of living in Kalaoa is 173/100 - which is equal to Hawaii.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
D-
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crime C+

Kalaoa crime rates are 2,627 per 100k, which is 2% lower than Hawaii
Property Crime
2,374 crimes per 100k
D
Violent Crime
253 crimes per 100k
B
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employment C+

The median income in Kalaoa is $65,922 - which is 8% lower than Hawaii.
Med. Household Income
$65,922
C
Unemployment Rate
4.1%
D+
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health C-

There are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,
Health & Safety (3)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
F
Airport Fire Department
Fire Station
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
A+
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housing D

Kalaoa home prices are $489,400 - which is 9% lower than Hawaii
Home Price
$489,400
A+
Home Appreciation Rate
N/A
C
Home Affordability
7.4x (home price to income ratio)
F
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schools C+

The Kalaoa graduation rate is 94% - which is 5% higher than Hawaii
School Test Scores
50%
F
High School Grad. Rates
94%
A+
Elementary Schools (1) F
West Hawaii Explorations Academy
Makua Lani Christian Academy
High Schools (1) F
West Hawaii Explorations Academy
Makua Lani Christian Academy
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ratings C

Kalaoa has an overall rating of 63% from 2 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes
A+
User Surveys (1)
From AreaVibes
F
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Island Paradise in Kalaoa, Hawaii 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 28, 2018) What can you say about living in Kalaoa, Hawaii other than that it is paradise? Located on the west coast of the big island of Hawaii, Kalaoa is an idyllic beach town boasting sunshine and palm trees. I love living in Kalaoa because of the perfect climate and picture-perfect beac ...Read More hes. Residents of Kalaoa enjoy a plethora of job opportunities in the service and tourism industries. Its close proximity to the Kona International Airport also affords residents diverse career options in the aviation industry.

The best areas in Kalaoa are the nearby beaches. Wawaloli Beach and Kua Bay Beach Park are two of the most scenic and tranquil beaches in the state. Offering plentiful opportunities for outdoor recreation and adventure, there is no chance of being bored in Kalaoa. The Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park boasts the historic Honokōhau Settlement and the recently restored Māmalahoa Trail. Foodies will delight in the diverse selection of fresh seafood and Pan-Asian cuisines located throughout the Kalaoa vicinity. Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Kalaoa? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Recreation Center Pavilion

      Entertainment

      The Vanillerie
      Mountain Thunder Coffee
      Hula Daddy Kona Coffee
      Lava Tube

      Food & Drink

      Subway
      Costco Food Court
      Mrs. Barry’s Kona Cookies

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Kalaoa? Of all people who commute, 0.0% take public transportation in Kalaoa.
      Drive to Work
      79%

      2% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      0%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      0%

      3% lower than the US average

      F Health & Safety

      Is Kalaoa a healthy and safe place to live? No, there are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      Doctors