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FAQs

Where is the best place to live in Kona Hawaii? ›

Based on our Kailua Kona cost of living calculator, Kailua Kona is 35% more expensive than the national average and 7% less expensive to live in than the average city in Hawaii. This assumes a $72,000 annual salary and a 2 Bedroom Apt. Food costs in Kailua Kona are less affordable than average in the United States.

42,019 people live in Kailua Kona, where the median age is 46 and the average individual income is $44,578.

If you want lush landscapes and a laid-back old Hawaii lifestyle, Kauai may be right for you. If amenities, urban life, and spectacular surf are your preferences, you may like Oahu. If you like rural living but also might enjoy some amenities and tourists along with beautiful landscapes, Maui may be your place.

The western coast of the island of Hawaii is known as Kona, and Kailua is its largest town, hence the name Kailua-Kona for the entire region.

The crime rate in Kailua Kona is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 24 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate.

Yes it's completely safe to drink Hawaii tap water, other than some instances like Red Hill.... I packed, or you can buy, a Brita filter/pitcher. I filled it each evening & refilled a thermos to carry on day trips.

How much is home insurance on the Big Island of Hawaii? ›

Home insurance in Hawaii costs an average of $601 per year for $350,000 of coverage, or $866 per year for $500,000 of coverage. Hawaii has the cheapest home insurance in the country. Its rates are about 72% less than the national average of $2,151 per year for $350,000 in coverage.

As of Q1 of 2022, the median home price in the United States was $428,700. In Hawaii, the median home price was $1.04 million. In Honolulu county, the average single-family home price was $1.15 million for a single-family house and $515,500 for a condo.

The west side of the Big Island is hands down, the best. Here you will find dry sunny days, balmy tropical evenings, beautiful beaches, world-class snorkeling, a developed coastline, quaint shopping areas and more. Popular areas of the west side are the Kohala Coast region, Waikaloa and Kailua-Kona.

If you're looking for a rainforest climate and lots of hiking, Hilo might be for you. If you want to use hotel points or prefer a drier climate, Kona is a great choice. Since the two cities are about a 90-minute drive from each other, you don't have to choose just one.

Exclusive Resort Communities

If you're looking for a more private and secluded luxury home near Kona, consider one of the many gated resort communities such as Hualalai or Hokulia. Hualalai offers magnificent beaches, the Four Seasons Hotel, multimillion dollar luxury homes, fabulous golf course and so much more.

Pahoa. Located on the eastern tip of the Big Island, Pahoa had impressive arts and surfing scenes until a volcanic eruption leveled most of the area. Now, the tiny village that remains has the highest number of sex offenders in the state. The region also has an extremely high property theft rate.