Kilauea 63 Average
Kilauea Livability #62 ranked city in Hawaii#14,865 ranked city in the USARanks better than 49% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Kilauea

PROS
  • Crime

    This area is characterized by a crime rate, per 100,000 individuals, that falls well below the national average, indicating its potential as a very safe place to live.

  • Employment

    This area scores extremely well in the employment category. This is primarily due to the combination of low unemployment rates, higher median home income and income per capita.

CONS
  • Amenities

    It appears that many amenities may not be conveniently situated within walking distance, potentially necessitating the use of a vehicle or public transit.

  • Cost Of Living

    Residents of this area contend with a high cost of living, resulting in increased expenditures for everyday goods and services, housing, utilities and health care.

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What's it like Living in Kilauea?

Kilauea is a smaller city located in the state of Hawaii. The city has a population of 2,879 residents. The average American spends about 26 minutes on their one way commute to work each day. Lower travel times can increase overall happiness and allow for more time to be spent with family and friends. While living in Kilauea, your commute times will be about average, with a one way commute time of 23 minutes.

If you’re considering moving to any new city, it could be a very intimidating task. However, it could also be a positive experience if you are willing to get to know the area before actually living in Kilauea, Hawaii. When searching for a new neighborhood, several key items should be considered. Safety is of utmost importance, ensuring a secure environment with low crime. Proximity to your workplace or school helps reduce commuting time and offers convenience. Access to amenities such as parks, grocery stores, and healthcare facilities enhances your daily life. Public transportation options contribute to easy mobility. A sense of community fosters a supportive and engaging environment. Lastly, the overall atmosphere should align with your desired lifestyle, ensuring a fulfilling living experience. Considering these items will guide you towards finding the perfect neighborhood that fits all your needs. To help you find the best places to live in and around Kilauea, AreaVibes has created a livability score using key metrics like commute, education, housing and more.

Kilauea has a livability score of 62 out of 100 and is ranked #64 in Hawaii and #14,428 in the USA. If we dig a little deeper into each category within the livability score, we see that Kilauea has higher than average scores for the following: crime (A+) and employment (A+). The bad news for Kilauea, there are some categories for which it does not rank well, this includes: amenities (F), cost of living (F) and housing (D).

Unemployment rates can range pretty dramatically from one city to another. Knowing that Kilauea has an unemployment rate of 1.06% could mean increased job opportunities with a higher demand for workers. It could also lead to higher wages, as the demand for workers exceeds the availability of jobs. Most importantly, it could be a sign of a healthy and thriving local economy.

Certain items on your wish list like shopping, restaurants, nightlife, parks and proximity to public transportation are all important things to look for. Having said that, perhaps the most important metric to consider when contemplating a move to Kilauea is real estate affordability. The median home price for Kilauea homes is $678,600, which is 26% higher than the Hawaii average. If we take a closer look at the affordability of homes in Kilauea, we’ll see that the home price to income ratio is 8.4, which is 12% higher than the Hawaii average.

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      Kilauea transportation information

      Statistic Kilauea Hawaii National
      Average one way commute23min27min26min
      Workers who drive to work78.5%66.6%76.4%
      Workers who carpool7.2%14.1%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit1.7%6.7%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.5%1.0%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.9%4.4%2.8%
      Working from home8.3%4.6%4.6%
      Source: The Kilauea, HI data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).