ZIP Code 96720 — Hilo, HI

Hawaii | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 96720 in Hilo, HI has a population of 52,979 with a median household income of $80,938 and a median home value of $485,400 . The cost of living index is 151.6 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
52,979
Median Age
42.80
Male
25,489
Female
27,490

Race & Ethnicity

White
16.0%
Black
0.8%
Hispanic
10.8%
Asian
34.2%
Native American
0.3%
Pacific Islander
13.1%
Two or More
34.4%
Other
1.2%

Income

Median Household
$80,938
Mean Household
$111,033
Per Capita
$41,213
Below Poverty
14.3%

Housing

Median Home Value
$485,400
Median Rent
$1,428
Total Units
20,182
Occupied
18,520
Owner Occupied
66.5%
Renter Occupied
33.5%
Median Year Built
1978
Vacant
1,662

Education

High School or Higher 94.2%
Bachelor's or Higher 34.3%
Graduate Degree 12.8%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
25,416
Unemployment
6.7%
Drive Alone
71.8%
Public Transit
0.9%
Work from Home
9.0%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

151.6
National average = 100. Above average by 51.6%.

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Pahoa
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 96720?

ZIP code 96720 (Hilo, HI) has a total population of 52,979 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 96720?

The median household income in ZIP code 96720 is $80,938 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 96720 in?

ZIP code 96720 is primarily located in Hilo, Hawaii (HI).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 96720?

The median home value in ZIP code 96720 is $485,400, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 96720?

The median age in ZIP code 96720 is 42.80 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.