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Hilo, HI
Hilo · Hawaiʻi County · HI 96720
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$485K
Median Price
17/100
Walk Score
7.2/10
Schools
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
BSafety
78/100
B-Schools
72/100
CQuietness
60/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
17/100
WYLT Score62/100
Our Take
Hilo offers solid schools, a tight‑knit community and plenty of outdoor space, but it’s a car‑centric, limited‑job market town with modest nightlife. If you’re a retiree, military family, or nature lover, it can be a good fit; if you need a robust commute or diverse job options, think twice.
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The Good
- ✓Decent public schools
- ✓Low violent crime
- ✓Access to beaches, hiking, and cultural sites
- ✓Affordable home prices for Big Island
Real Talk
- !Public transit is essentially nonexistent
- !Job market largely tied to military and tourism
- !Internet speeds can be spotty in some areas
- !Higher cost of living compared to mainland Midwest
- $Electricity and water bills are high
- $Home insurance can be costly due to volcanic risk
- $Car maintenance and fuel costs rise due to lack of public transit
Best For
RetireesMilitary familiesOutdoor enthusiastsFamilies seeking community
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Hilo, HI
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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