Wainaku, Hawaii
Quick Statistics
Wainaku is a community in Hawaii County, Hawaii, home to about 967 people spread across 1.3 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $35,040 a year, and a typical home is worth about $536,100. About 43.0% of adults hold a college degree, and 95.4% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 21 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Hawaii towns GeoStat tracks, Wainaku ranks number 126 of 163 in population, number 133 in median household income, number 113 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Wainaku typically top out near 58°F in July, while January nights average about 35°F. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Paukaa, HI | 1.5 mi. | 450 |
| 2. | Papaikou, HI | 3.4 mi. | 1,332 |
| 3. | Hilo, HI | 4.0 mi. | 50,404 |
| 4. | Pepeekeo, HI | 6.1 mi. | 2,056 |
| 5. | Honomu, HI | 8.8 mi. | 376 |
| 6. | Keaau, HI | 9.0 mi. | 1,436 |
| 7. | Kurtistown, HI | 11.1 mi. | 3,151 |
| 8. | Hawaiian Paradise Park, HI | 13.6 mi. | 13,203 |
What is the population of Wainaku, Hawaii?
Wainaku has a population of about 967 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Wainaku, Hawaii in?
Wainaku is located in Hawaii County, Hawaii.
What is the median home value in Wainaku, Hawaii?
The median home value in Wainaku is about $536,100, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Wainaku, Hawaii?
The median personal income in Wainaku is about $35,040 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Wainaku, Hawaii?
Since 1950, 8 tornadoes have been recorded in Hawaii County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Wainaku, Hawaii?
Typical July highs run about 58 degrees and January lows about 35 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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