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Honolulu, HI
Honolulu · Honolulu County · HI 96822
Updated June 22, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$879K
Median Price
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Walk Score
8/10
Schools
20 min
to Downtown Honolulu
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
80/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score48/100
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
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher 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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