Eleele CDP, Hawaii Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Eleele CDP, Hawaii Demographics
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As of 2026, Eleele CDP, Hawaii has a total population of 2,339, the 93rd largest city in Hawaii, with a median household income of $122,308, which is 24% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.6%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.8%.

Eleele CDP Quick Facts

Population 2,339

Median Household Income $122,308

Median Home Value $684,900

Poverty Rate 5.6%

Unemployment Rate 1.8%

Median Age 38.3 years

Homeownership Rate 70.5%

Affordability Ratio 5.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.1%

High School Graduation Rate 91.8%

Diversity Index 56/100

Population 2,339 93rd of 163

Median Income $122,308 top 20%

Poverty Rate 5.6% 55% lower national

Median Home Value $684,900 average

How Eleele CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Eleele CDP

$122,308

$98,317

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Eleele CDP

$684,900

$808,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.5%

$25K-$50K 8.4%

$50K-$100K 21.1%

$100K+ 62.0%

Employment

1.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

72.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 70.5%

Renter 29.5%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

24.9%

18-34

21.8%

35-54

24.4%

55-74

22.8%

75+

6.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 67 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Eleele CDP Rankings in Hawaii

#93 Population of 163

#31 Median Income of 163

#132 Education of 163

#88 Home Value of 163

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Cities Similar to Eleele CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Paia CDP	2,629	$120,735	$881,100	34.0%	15.1%
Hanapepe CDP	2,288	$90,319	$736,000	19.5%	3.5%
Honokaa CDP	2,353	$85,556	$551,800	17.9%	5.3%
Maunawili CDP	2,288	$176,528	$1,404,800	65.8%	2.5%
Wheeler AFB CDP	2,196	$88,409	N/A	29.3%	1.8%

Population Overview

Eleele CDP is a small community located in Hawaii. The total population is 2,339. It ranks as the 93rd most populous out of 163 cities and towns in Hawaii.

Age Demographics

The median age in Eleele CDP is 38.3 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 40.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Eleele CDP is $122,308. This is 24% higher than the state median of $98,317. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 56% higher. The poverty rate stands at 5.6%. This is 44% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 1.8%. This is 65% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $684,900. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $808,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x. 70.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 62.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Eleele CDP is Asian, making up 51.3% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 9.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (9.5%) is well below the state average of 21.1%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 1.8%.

Education

19.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% lower than the state rate of 35.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Eleele CDP, Hawaii is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Hawaii state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 163 Census-designated places in Hawaii. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Eleele CDP, Hawaii?

Eleele CDP, Hawaii has a population of 2,339 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Eleele CDP, HI?

The median household income in Eleele CDP is $122,308, which is 56% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Eleele CDP, HI?

The poverty rate in Eleele CDP is 5.6%. This means approximately 131 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Eleele CDP, Hawaii?

Eleele CDP's population is 9.5% White, 0.4% Black, 7.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 51.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Eleele CDP, HI?

The median home value in Eleele CDP is $684,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x.

How educated is Eleele CDP, Hawaii?

19.1% of adults (25+) in Eleele CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.