96740 ZIP Code
Kailua Kona, Hawaii
January 29, 2026
| ZIP Code: | 96740 |
| City/Town: | Kailua Kona |
| County: | Hawaii |
| State: | Hawaii |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 40,886 |
| Median Household Income: | $90,094 |
| Per Capita Income: | $39,169 |
| Total Housing Units: | 18,875 |
| Median Home Value: | $685,700 |
| Land Area: | 242.4 sq miles
627.7 sq km |
| Water Area: | 28.2 sq miles
72.9 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 19.7568, -155.9200 |
Population Information (96740 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 40,886 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 20,281 | 49.6% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 20,605 | 50.4% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 42.6 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 2,614 | 6.4% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 2,388 | 5.8% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 2,172 | 5.3% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 1,471 | 3.6% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 2,401 | 5.9% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 5,720 | 14.0% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 4,645 | 11.4% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 4,647 | 11.4% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 2,659 | 6.5% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 3,593 | 8.8% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 5,428 | 13.3% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 2,516 | 6.2% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 632 | 1.5% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (96740 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $685,700 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 4.7 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,635 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 18,875 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 14,338 | 76.0% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 4,537 | 24.0% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 9,795 | 68.3% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 4,543 | 31.7% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (96740 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 29,840 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 495 | 1.7% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1,468 | 4.9% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 7,458 | 25.0% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 7,786 | 26.1% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 2,750 | 9.2% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 6,279 | 21.0% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 3,604 | 12.1% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 93.4% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 33.1% | 34.3% |
Income Information (96740 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $90,094 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $122,913 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $95,541 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $39,169 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (96740 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 21,124 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 20,342 | 96.4% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 767 | 3.6% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 12,279 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 15,659 | 77.0% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 2,016 | 9.9% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 2,549 | 12.5% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 118 | 0.6% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (96740 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 17,835 | 43.6% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 405 | 1.0% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 10 | 0.0% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 7,682 | 18.8% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 5,395 | 13.2% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 1,328 | 3.2% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 8,231 | 20.1% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 2,408 | 5.9% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 3,457 | 8.5% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 1,763 | 4.3% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 844 | 2.1% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 850 | 2.1% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (96740 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 464 | 3.2% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 405 | 2.8% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 701 | 4.9% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 927 | 6.5% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,276 | 8.9% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 2,160 | 15.1% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 2,150 | 15.0% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 2,546 | 17.8% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,570 | 10.9% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 2,139 | 14.9% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (96740 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 13,299 | 65.4% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 3,392 | 16.7% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 44 | 0.2% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 531 | 2.6% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 444 | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 2,108 | 10.4% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 23.1 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (96740 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 403 | 2.0% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 1,734 | 8.5% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 461 | 2.3% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 144 | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 2,548 | 12.5% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 986 | 4.8% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 351 | 1.7% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 1,760 | 8.7% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 2,571 | 12.6% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 2,812 | 13.8% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 4,945 | 24.3% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 890 | 4.4% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 737 | 3.6% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (96740 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 10.7% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (96740 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 38,815 | 94.9% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 28,900 | 70.7% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 16,691 | 40.8% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 1,985 | 4.9% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (96740 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 11,106 | 77.5% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 5,450 | 38.0% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 3,849 | 26.8% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 506 | 3.5% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 382 | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 1,536 | 10.7% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (96740 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 10,716 | 56.8% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 681 | 3.6% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 478 | 2.5% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 1,316 | 7.0% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 1,612 | 8.5% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 1,996 | 10.6% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 2,021 | 10.7% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 51 | 0.3% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 4 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (96740 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 15 | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 1,281 | 6.8% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 4,937 | 26.2% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 2,987 | 15.8% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 3,638 | 19.3% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 4,554 | 24.1% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,133 | 6.0% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 200 | 1.1% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 59 | 0.3% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 71 | 0.4% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (96740 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 888 | 4.7% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 2,156 | 11.4% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 5,722 | 30.3% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 6,744 | 35.7% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 2,689 | 14.2% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 676 | 3.6% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (96740 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 134 | 0.9% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 491 | 3.4% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 3,673 | 25.6% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 11 | 0.1% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 51 | 0.4% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 647 | 4.5% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 11 | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 9,320 | 65.0% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (96740 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 793 | 5.5% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 4,148 | 28.9% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 5,678 | 39.6% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 3,719 | 25.9% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (96740 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 105 | 1.1% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 63 | 0.6% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 155 | 1.6% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 60 | 0.6% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 349 | 3.6% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 1,862 | 19.0% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 5,103 | 52.1% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 2,098 | 21.4% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (96740 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,603 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $728 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,635 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.78 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.93 | 2.38 |
Households (96740 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 14,338 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 7,467 | 52.1% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,903 | 13.3% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 2,325 | 16.2% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 2,911 | 20.3% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 3,942 | 27.5% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 5,772 | 40.3% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.82 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.27 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (96740 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 16,790 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 5,596 | 33.3% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 9,144 | 54.5% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 504 | 3.0% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,303 | 7.8% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 4,590 | 27.3% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (96740 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 7,323 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 706 | 9.6% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 509 | 7.0% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 3,290 | 44.9% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,389 | 19.0% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,429 | 19.5% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (96740 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 32,607 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 2,311 | 7.1% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 40,800 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 4,513 | 11.1% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 284 | 6.3% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,740 | 38.6% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 2,489 | 55.2% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (96740 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 34,009 | 83.2% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 6,336 | 15.5% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 3,154 | 49.8% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 2,805 | 44.3% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 2,439 | 38.5% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 377 | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (96740 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 33,227 | 81.3% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 954 | 2.3% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 7,659 | 802.8% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 7,659 | 802.8% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 7,659 | 802.8% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 966 | 101.3% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 31 | 3.2% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 1,530 | 160.4% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 962 | 100.8% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 363 | 38.1% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (96740 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 38,272 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 28,693 | 75.0% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 9,579 | 25.0% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 1,239 | 3.2% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 883 | 2.3% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 7,312 | 19.1% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 145 | 0.4% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (96740 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 14,338 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 13,763 | 96.0% | 89.4% |
Kailua Kona, HI96740