Kailua

Known for its world-renowned Kailua and Lanikai beaches.

Welcome to Kailua

Nestled between the Ko’olau Mountains and beautiful white sand beaches on Oahu’s east shores, you will find the once sleepy town of Kailua. Now home to about 40,000 residents and attracting thousands of visitors every year, Kailua is a bustling beach town filled with a plethora of outdoor activities to enjoy.
 
Known for its world-renowned Kailua and Lanikai beaches, boutique shopping, delicious local restaurants, breweries, and outdoor activities - Kailua offers many opportunities for its residents.
 
There is hardly ever a bad weather day here in Kailua. Temperatures range from 75-85 degrees year-round. Rainfall is to be expected living on the East side of the island, passing showers keep the landscape lush and waterfalls flowing. Residents enjoy the steady trade winds to keep themselves cool and their kiteboards sailing.
 
The Kailua real estate market is competitive and homes tend to be more expensive than the island average. Being near some of the best beaches on the island and within a 30-minute drive of downtown Honolulu, the town is in a very desirable location for residents looking for a beach-side alternative to the hustle and bustle of Honolulu city life.
 

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Overview for Kailua, HI

21,460 people live in Kailua, where the median age is 42.3 and the average individual income is $40,595. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,460

Total Population

42.3 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$40,595

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Kailua, HI

Kailua has 7,506 households, with an average household size of 2.81. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Kailua do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 21,460 people call Kailua home. The population density is 1,555.42 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,460

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

42.3

Median Age

52.6 / 47.4%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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10-17 Years

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18-24 Years

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
7,506

Total Households

2.81

Average Household Size

$40,595

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Marital Status

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Commute Time

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60+ Minutes

Schools in Kailua, HI

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The following schools are within or nearby Kailua. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Kealakehe Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
No rating available
PUBLIC
K - 8th
4/5
International Christian Schools Kona
PRIVATE
PreK - 11th
No rating available
Makua Lani Christian Academy
PRIVATE
PreK - 12th
No rating available
Kealakehe Intermediate School
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
1/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
3/5

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