Honolulu, Honolulu HI — neighborhood review

Honolulu, HI

Honolulu · Honolulu County · HI 96822

Updated August 5, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$1.0M

Median Price

20/100

Walk Score

8.4/10

Schools

20 min

to Downtown Honolulu

Score Breakdown

FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
84/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
20/100
WYLT Score52/100

Our Take

Honolulu’s 96822 offers strong schools and low flood risk, but the high cost of living, heavy traffic, and limited public transit make it a tough fit for most people. If you’re already set on a Honolulu lifestyle and can handle the price, it could work, otherwise consider nearby alternatives.

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The Good

  • High‑rated public schools
  • Low flood risk
  • Reasonable median home price relative to income
  • Good local dining options

Real Talk

  • !Cost of living is high, especially groceries and utilities
  • !Traffic congestion can make commutes unpredictable
  • !Limited public transit means you’ll need a car
  • !Housing costs are close to the median income, leaving little disposable income
  • $Utility bills are higher than mainland average due to power import costs
  • $Home insurance and property taxes can be expensive in Hawaii
  • $Maintenance costs are higher due to salt air and humidity

Best For

FamiliesSeniorsYoung ProfessionalsRemote Workers

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityHigh

Crime & Safety

Honolulu, HI

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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