ZIP Code 96746, Hawaii
ZIP Code 96746 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 96746 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Kauai County, Hawaii. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 19,329. The land area covers 29.84 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,329 | ±1,221 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 47.7 yrs | ±3.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,669 | ±391 | 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 | 8,024 | ±349 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,669 | ±391 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,355 | ±300 |
| Median Home Value | $882,400 | ±$29,451 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,063 | ±$148 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $88,802 | ±$7,319 |
| Per Capita Income | $47,438 | ±$4,191 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.9% | ±2.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,692 | ±540 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.8% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 10,145 | ±880 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93% | ±1.6% |
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: 73,840 (2024)
ID: 162013
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS
4444 RICE ST, STE 235, LIHUE HI 96766-1340
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Koloa, HI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lihue, HI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Eleele, HI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lihue, HI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Hanalei, HI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Kalaheo, HI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Anahola, HI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Kapaa, HI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Kapaa, HI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Kapaa, HI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Kauai Community College
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College | 9.0 mi away | 3-1901 Kaumualii Highway, Lihue, HI, 96766-9500 |
8082458311
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KAPAA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 4-1464 KUHIO HWY., KAPAA, HI, 96746 |
(808) 821-4422
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LIHUE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 4344 HARDY STREET, LIHUE, HI, 96766 |
(808) 241-3222
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PRINCEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.4 mi away | 4343 EMMALANI DRIVE, PRINCEVILLE, HI, 96722 |
(808) 826-4310
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KOLOA PUBLIC AND SCHOOL LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 3451 POIPU ROAD, KOLOA, HI, 96756 |
(808) 742-8455
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HANAPEPE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 4490 KONA ROAD, HANAPEPE, HI, 96716 |
(808) 335-8418
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WAIMEA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 9750 KAUMUALII HIGHWAY, WAIMEA, HI, 96796 |
(808) 338-6848
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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 LIHUE WSO AP 1020.1, HI US, located 7.6 miles from ZCTA5 96746. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78.6° | 66.0° | 72.3° | 2.78" | 0.0" |
| February | 78.1° | 66.2° | 72.2° | 3.63" | 0.0" |
| March | 78.5° | 67.3° | 72.9° | 5.61" | 0.0" |
| April | 79.8° | 69.5° | 74.6° | 2.03" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.6° | 70.9° | 76.3° | 2.18" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.3° | 73.4° | 78.3° | 1.79" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.6° | 74.6° | 79.6° | 1.75" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.2° | 75.2° | 80.2° | 2.33" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.3° | 74.8° | 80.0° | 2.18" | 0.0" |
| October | 83.9° | 73.6° | 78.7° | 3.27" | 0.0" |
| November | 81.2° | 71.3° | 76.2° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| December | 79.1° | 68.6° | 73.9° | 4.64" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kapaa CDP | CDP | 0.3 mi | — |
| Wailua Homesteads CDP | CDP | 2.5 mi | — |
| Wailua CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Anahola CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| Hanamaulu CDP | CDP | 6.6 mi | — |
| Lihue CDP | CDP | 8.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 96746. • 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.