Living in Launiupoko, Hawaii
Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of Launiupoko · Census data 2020–2024
Launiupoko has 679 residents with a median age of 54.9. The median household income is $132,917 (32% higher than the Hawaii median), the median home value is $2,000,001, the median rent is $3,501/month.
Launiupoko is a small town, so Census survey estimates have wide margins of error. Treat percentages as approximate.
Launiupoko at a glance
- Population
- 679
- Median age
- 54.9State: 40.9
- Median household income
- $132,917State: $100,389
- Median home value
- $2,000,001State: $839,100
- Median rent
- $3,501/moState: $1,971
- Homeowners
- 82.1%
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 53.8%
- Average commute
- 24 min
Is Launiupoko a good place to live?
Pros: Median household income 32% higher than the Hawaii median; an average commute of 24 minutes; a poverty rate of 7.7%.
Cons: Home values 138% higher than the state median; unemployment of 9.3%.
The weather is best in January–February and April–May.
Cost of living in Launiupoko
Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In Launiupoko the median home value is $2,000,001, 501% higher than the U.S. median. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, which is 51% of household income. Homeowners with a mortgage pay $4,001 a month in housing costs.
Launiupoko median household income
The median household income in Launiupoko is $132,917 and the income per person is $94,753. 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line (Hawaii: 10%).
Housing in Launiupoko: homes for sale and rent
- Housing units
- 353
- Owner-occupied
- 82.1%
- Renter-occupied
- 17.9%
- Vacant
- 25.5%Includes seasonal homes
- Median year built
- 2007
- Average household size
- 2.58
Launiupoko demographics
- Population
- 679
- Median age
- 54.9
- Under 18
- 13.8%
- 65 and older
- 26.4%
- Households
- 263
- Foreign-born
- 19.3%
- Veterans
- 4.5%Adults 18+
Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of Launiupoko ›
Education in Launiupoko
53.8% of adults 25 and older in Launiupoko have a bachelor's degree or higher (Hawaii: 36.1%), and 19.8% have a graduate or professional degree.
Jobs and commute in Launiupoko
- Unemployment rate
- 9.3%State: 4.9%
- Average commute
- 24 minState: 26 min
- Work from home
- 29.9%
- Drive alone
- 60.2%
- Public transit
- 0%
- Walk to work
- 2.2%
- Homes with broadband
- 95.1%
Launiupoko vs nearby towns
| Town | Population | Median income | Home value | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launiupoko | 679 | $132,917 | $2,000,001 | $3,501 |
| Lahaina | 10,162 | $88,889 | $881,700 | $1,997 |
| Kaanapali | 1,170 | $129,167 | $1,952,200 | $3,501 |
| Mahinahina | 1,027 | $162,813 | $1,224,600 | $2,672 |
| Waikapu | 3,591 | $122,917 | $884,400 | $2,404 |
| Napili-Honokowai | 7,308 | $105,565 | $878,900 | $2,220 |
| Wailuku | 16,926 | $102,942 | $855,700 | $1,762 |
| Kapalua | 469 | $154,375 | $1,604,200 | $2,433 |
| Waihee-Waiehu | 10,988 | $126,735 | $777,000 | $2,191 |
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What is the median household income in Launiupoko, HI?
The median household income in Launiupoko is $132,917, 32% higher than the Hawaii median of $100,389 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
What is the average home price in Launiupoko?
The median home value in Launiupoko is $2,000,001, compared with $839,100 in Hawaii.
How much is rent in Launiupoko?
The median gross rent in Launiupoko is $3,501 per month, about 51% of household income.
Is Launiupoko, HI a good place to live?
Pluses: median household income 32% higher than the Hawaii median; an average commute of 24 minutes; a poverty rate of 7.7%. Minuses: home values 138% higher than the state median; unemployment of 9.3%.
What is the median age in Launiupoko?
The median age in Launiupoko is 54.9 years (Hawaii: 40.9).
How long is the commute in Launiupoko?
The average commute to work in Launiupoko is 24 minutes; 29.9% of workers work from home.
What is the unemployment rate in Launiupoko?
The unemployment rate in Launiupoko is 9.3% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
How educated is Launiupoko?
53.8% of adults in Launiupoko have a bachelor's degree or higher.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.
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