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Makaha Valley, HI


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Makaha Valley, Hawaii

Makaha Valley has a population of 1,289.

The People and Families of Makaha Valley

In Makaha Valley, about 40% of adults are married. Large households are normal in Makaha Valley. Be careful driving in the town, since the town is home to many young children. Looking at Makaha Valley, you'll find a large share of the people are not married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Makaha Valley had a median family income of $26,118.

Makaha Valley Housing

Owners occupy 24% of the housing units in Makaha Valley. The town sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use. The average age of the housing in Makaha Valley is relatively low. If the number of studio apartments and one-bedroom apartments is any indication, then the town is a popular and practical place to live on one's own. Residents here pay higher tax bills for their homes, which generally means better schools and other local services.

Commuting

In Makaha Valley, 75% of commuters drive to work. If you visit or move to the town, try the public transportation system.

High Points

Makaha Valley strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Hawaii):

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyMakaha Valley Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 13%Makaha Valley Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Makaha Valley, HI

Comparing Makaha Valley to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Hawaii (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old1010
Racial Diversity92
Male Share of the Population72
Female Share of the Population49
Well-Paid Single Men11
Senior Citizens11
Age of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size106
Portion of People Married11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults54
People in Middle Class or Better11
Median Family Income11
People Above Poverty11

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use1010
Walking and Biking to Work64
Working at Home42
Short Commute Times11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing109
Housing Recently Built95
Affordability of Property Taxes42
Affordability of Rents28
People Living Alone14
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