Hawaiian Ocean View 45 Poor
Hawaiian Ocean View Livability #151 ranked city in Hawaii#26,548 ranked city in the USARanks better than 9% of areas
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Pros and Cons of Living in Hawaiian Ocean View

PROS
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    No pros were identified for this area. No categories met the specified threshold.

CONS
  • Amenities Amenities

    A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Cost Of Living Cost Of Living

    The cost of living in this area is notably high, making it a more expensive place to live. You'll find higher expenses for everyday goods and services, housing and groceries.

  • Employment Employment

    Low income levels and high unemployment rates results in a low score in the employment category. It could prove difficult to find well-paying employment in this area.

  • Ratings Ratings

    Surveys and polls conducted by AreaVibes with residents of the area revealed unfavorable results concerning the walkability of amenities, the availability of parks and public transit access.

What's it like Living in Hawaiian Ocean View?

Hawaiian Ocean View is a smaller city located in the state of Hawaii. The city has a population of 4,903 residents. All the single ladies and all the single fellas might want to take notice as only 43% of the Hawaiian Ocean View population is married. An important consideration when living in Hawaiian Ocean View is the longer-than-average commute times. If you seek a short work commute, this area may not be the best choice for you. The one-way commute time here typically takes 66 minutes, far surpassing the national average of 26 minutes.

Whether you’re relocating to a new town to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Hawaiian Ocean View could be a positive experience compared to other cities in Hawaii if you know where to search. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. Using the livability score which includes data from categories like crime, health & safety, education, you can easily compare the best places to live in Hawaiian Ocean View and also determine if there are any nearby cities that might be a better match for your lifestyle. You can also compare Hawaiian Ocean View to Hawaii and the national average.

Using data and statistics Hawaiian Ocean View has received a livability score of 43 out of 100. This score is ranked in the 8th percentile when compared to all other cities. This is not a favorable rating; as this score ranks among some of the lowest in America. Living in Hawaiian Ocean View may not be a pleasant experience. Hawaiian Ocean View has also earned the dubious distinction of of being ranked among the bottom 10 percent of all US cities. Hawaiian Ocean View does not rank well for the following: amenities (F), cost of living (F), education (D) and employment (F). It might be a good idea to take a closer look at each category to find out why.

Being close to public transit, grocery stores, parks and other conveniences are all important when weighing your options for a new home in Hawaiian Ocean View. Before you determine if any of these amenities are available in the area, you will also want to know if the real estate prices in Hawaiian Ocean View are affordable. The median home price for Hawaiian Ocean View homes is $274,326, which is 71.5% lower than the Hawaii average. If we take a closer look at the affordability of homes in Hawaiian Ocean View, we’ll see that the home price to income ratio is 7.5, which is 14.8% lower than the Hawaii average.

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      Hawaiian Ocean View transportation information

      Statistic Hawaiian Ocean View Hawaii National
      Average one way commute66min27min26min
      Workers who drive to work52.0%66.6%76.4%
      Workers who carpool39.2%14.1%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.0%6.7%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%1.0%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.0%4.4%2.8%
      Working from home8.8%4.6%4.6%
      Source: The Hawaiian Ocean View, HI data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) and include 2026 modeled data developed using proprietary methodologies.