ZIP Code 96738, Hawaii
ZIP Code 96738 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 96738 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Hawaii County, Hawaii. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,862. The land area covers 79.85 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,862 | ±1,182 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.3 yrs | ±5.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,703 | ±301 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 4,884 | ±301 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,703 | ±301 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,181 | ±242 |
| Median Home Value | $813,800 | ±$38,486 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,184 | ±$368 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $80,928 | ±$11,680 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,251 | ±$4,142 |
| Poverty Rate | 13% | ±6.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,017 | ±551 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.3% | ±5.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,302 | ±562 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.1% | ±4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 209,790 (2024)
ID: 184856
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR OF DEPARTMENT OF RESEARCH
25 AUPUNI ST, SUITE 1301, HILO HI 96720
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Kamuela, HI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Kailua-Kona, HI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Kailua-Kona, HI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Kailua-Kona, HI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Waikoloa, HI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Kamuela, HI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Kamuela, HI | |
| 7 Nearby | 3-17 | KAMUELA, HI | |
| 7 Nearby | 3-13 | KAILUA KONA, HI | |
| 4 Nearby | 2-17 | KAILUA KONA, HI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 3 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mauna Loa Helicopters
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College Vocational | 18.4 mi away | 73-310 U'u Street, Kailua Kona, HI, 96740-2650 |
8083340234
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THELMA PARKER MEMORIAL PUBLIC AND SCHOOL LIBR
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 67-1209 MAMALAHOA HIGHWAY, KAMUELA, HI, 96743 |
(808) 887-6067
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KAILUA-KONA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.3 mi away | 75-138 HUALALAI RD., KAILUA-KONA, HI, 96740 |
(808) 327-4327
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at PUUKOHOLA HEIAU 98.1, HI US, located 10.7 miles from ZCTA5 96738. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82.2° | 68.3° | 75.2° | 1.52" | 0.0" |
| February | 82.5° | 68.1° | 75.3° | 0.71" | 0.0" |
| March | 83.5° | 69.7° | 76.6° | 0.92" | 0.0" |
| April | 85.0° | 70.8° | 77.9° | 0.36" | 0.0" |
| May | 85.5° | 72.2° | 78.9° | 0.54" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.0° | 73.6° | 80.3° | 0.63" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.9° | 74.9° | 81.4° | 0.21" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.5° | 75.4° | 81.9° | 0.80" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.8° | 74.9° | 81.3° | 0.64" | 0.0" |
| October | 87.2° | 74.0° | 80.6° | 0.75" | 0.0" |
| November | 85.8° | 72.8° | 79.3° | 0.68" | 0.0" |
| December | 83.9° | 70.2° | 77.0° | 1.21" | 0.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waikoloa Village CDP | CDP | 5.0 mi | — |
| Waikoloa Beach Resort CDP | CDP | 6.4 mi | — |
| Puako CDP | CDP | 6.8 mi | — |
| Kaloko CDP | CDP | 14.0 mi | — |
| Waimea CDP | CDP | 14.9 mi | — |
| Kaiminani CDP | CDP | 15.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 96738. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.