Pahoa Public RecordsHawaii

Pahoa, Hawaii (HI) has an estimated population of around 1,700. The median age is about 41 years. Approximately 52% of residents are male and 48% female. Racially, the population is diverse: about 34% White, 28% Asian, 17% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, 13% identifying with two or more races, and 8% Hispanic or Latino of any race. This diversity reflects Pahoa’s unique blend of cultures in Hawaii.

Pahoa, Hawaii, served by the Hawaii Department of Education, has one public high school—Pāhoa High & Intermediate School—serving grades 7-12 with approximately 700 students. The school's graduation rate is around 78%, lower than the Hawaii state average. About 12% of adults in Pahoa hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Pāhoa High offers vocational programs and a unique Hawaiian studies curriculum. School safety and academic performance rates, including a statewide school performance score of 51/100, reflect ongoing challenges, while the region lacks dedicated adult education centers within city limits.

Pahoa, Hawaii, features a median home value of around $300,000 as of 2023, with approximately 64% homeownership and 36% rentals. Rental prices average about $1,500 per month. The real estate market has seen modest annual appreciation near 4%. Housing styles range from single-family homes to rural cottages, primarily in neighborhoods like Hawaiian Shores and Nanawale Estates. Property tax rates are relatively low, with a median of 0.28%. While affordability attracts buyers, lava zone proximity may affect insurance and long-term value.

Pāhoa, located in Hawaii’s Puna District, primarily relies on personal vehicles, with approximately 90% of residents commuting by car and less than 2% using public transit, according to the U.S. Census. Average commute times are around 35 minutes, reflecting limited local employment and dependence on jobs in Hilo, the region's largest employment hub, about 20 miles away. Public transportation is provided by Hele-On Bus, though schedules are infrequent. Vehicle ownership is high, with most households having two or more cars due to sparse infrastructure and limited alternative transport options. Major roads include Highway 130.

Pāhoa, Hawaii, a small town in Hawai‘i County (pop. 924), has limited healthcare facilities: Pāhoa Urgent Care Clinic and nearby Bay Clinic Community Health Center (a Federally Qualified Health Center); the nearest hospital is Hilo Medical Center (19 miles away, 276 beds). About 11% of residents lack health insurance, higher than Hawai‘i’s statewide average (6%). The population is ethnically diverse, predominantly Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian. Common health issues include diabetes, hypertension, and substance use. Healthcare provider shortages persist; Hawai‘i County reports a 20% shortfall in primary care providers versus state needs.