The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 96764 sells for about $699,000, or $515 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 112 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,800 a month.
ZIP 96764 — Laupahoehoe
The market in 96764 remains stable with low inventory and steady demand for rural, high-acreage properties. Prices have seen moderate growth over the last year, driven by limited supply and the appeal of the Hamakua Coast lifestyle. Figures for specific metrics like months of supply and price-cut percentages are estimated based on current active listing trends.
This ZIP is best suited for retirees, remote workers, and those seeking a rural, nature-oriented lifestyle, as the distance to major employment centers makes it less ideal for traditional daily commuters.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 112 days on market with 8.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
13% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.5% · poverty 10.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 96764, Hawaii County HI
Crime rates in the Laupahoehoe area are generally low, consistent with the rural character of the Hamakua Coast, though property crime remains the primary concern for residents.
The area is served by the Hawaii Department of Education, with Laupahoehoe Community Public Charter School providing K-12 education in a rural, community-focused setting.
The region faces significant exposure to tropical storm winds and heavy rainfall, with specific coastal zones designated as high-risk flood areas; property insurance premiums are elevated due to volcanic and seismic activity risks.
Economic momentum is limited by the rural geography, with growth primarily driven by small-scale agriculture, tourism, and remote work; infrastructure is constrained by the single-highway access of the Mamalahoa Highway.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Hawaii) — Real Property Tax: Tax is calculated by applying county-specific tax rates to the assessed value of the property. The formula is (Assessed Value - Exemptions) * Tax Rate. Exemptions include homestead exemptions for owner-occupants, which vary by county.
Commuting is heavily reliant on the Mamalahoa Highway, with residents typically driving 30-45 minutes to reach employment hubs in Hilo.
The area features access to the Laupahoehoe Point Beach Park, scenic coastal trails, and proximity to lush botanical gardens and forest reserves.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and high demand for long-term housing, with significant pressure from the short-term vacation rental market.
The local economy is anchored by agricultural production, including macadamia nuts and tropical fruits, alongside a small but steady tourism sector.
Transportation is almost exclusively via private vehicle along the Mamalahoa Highway, with limited public transit options available.
There are no major large-scale commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction in this ZIP.
The Hawaii County Real Property Tax Division conducts annual assessments based on market value, with specific exemptions available for owner-occupied primary residences.
Parcels are subject to Hawaii County property taxes and are served by the Hawaii Department of Education for public schooling.
Property insurance is highly sensitive to hazard zones, with many carriers requiring specialized coverage for wind, flood, and volcanic risk.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 96764 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Escape Hilo518.1 mi
- WSW Steakhouse Restaurant | Whiskey Steak Wine3.918.9 mi
- Palace Theater4.718.2 mi
- Lam's Garden4.318.3 mi
- ʻAkaka Falls State Park4.69 mi
- The Umauma Experience4.78.7 mi
- Botanical World Adventures4.89 mi
- Laupāhoehoe Beach Park4.85.5 mi
- Hawaii Zipline Tours4.910.9 mi
- Imiloa Astronomy Center4.519.3 mi
- Pacific Tsunami Museum4.418.1 mi
- Lyman Museum4.818.1 mi
- Mokupāpapa Discovery Center4.718 mi
- Wailoa Art Center4.718.9 mi
- ʻAkaka Falls State Park4.69 mi
- Botanical World Adventures4.89 mi
- Laupāhoehoe Beach Park4.85.5 mi
- Laupāhoehoe Point4.95.6 mi
- Kolekole Gulch Park.4.510.3 mi
- Hawaiian Vanilla Co.4.811.6 mi
- Hilo International Airport4.420.4 mi
- Blue Hawaiian Helicopters4.820.6 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A scenic coastal park known for its dramatic cliffs and historical significance.
Renowned for its lush tropical scenery, waterfalls, and agricultural heritage.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.