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Kapolei, HI
Kapolei · Honolulu County · HI 96707
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$808K
Median Price
62/100
Walk Score
8.8/10
Schools
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
ASafety
92/100
B+Schools
88/100
CQuietness
60/100
FCommute
15/100
CWalkability
62/100
WYLT Score60/100
Our Take
Kapolei offers solid schools and low flood risk, but it’s a car‑dependent suburb with limited transit and high housing costs relative to median income. It’s a decent spot if you’re okay with driving and need a family‑friendly environment, but not ideal for commuters or those seeking walkable living.
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The Good
- ✓Highly rated schools (average 8.1/10)
- ✓Low flood risk (X zone)
- ✓Substantial population providing local services
- ✓Relatively high median household income ($116k)
Real Talk
- !Walk score 0 – you’ll need a car for almost everything
- !Transit score 37 – limited public options, especially for commuters
- !Housing cost (~$724k) is close to 6× median income, which may strain budgets
- !Commute times to Honolulu or other job centers can be 45–60 minutes or more
- $Car ownership and fuel expenses
- $Higher property taxes than many parts of the state
- $Higher homeowner insurance due to property value
Best For
FamiliesSuburban livingFirst-time buyersStudents
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Kapolei, HI
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Safety grade
Safety score92 / 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
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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