| City: | Kalaupapa, Hawaii |
| Counties: | Kalawao County[Primary] Maui County |
| Timezone: | Hawaii-Aleutian Islands (GMT -10:00) |
| Local Time: | 8:05:46 AM |
| Population: | 82 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 808 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 21.1707, -156.9538 |
| Land Area: | 11.991 sq mi |
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Every household here uses a PO Box. There's no street delivery alternative. The post office maintains 43 boxes for 59 occupied homes, with one rural carrier route serving Beretania Street. That 73% adoption rate reflects the reality of island living where PO Boxes provide the only reliable mail service. The surrounding communities of Kualapuu and Kaunakakai, less than a mile away across the water but hours away by land, maintain their own separate postal infrastructure.
The median household income of $86,250 runs well above Hawaii's rural average, though only 59 households call this place home year-round. The population has dropped over decades as the community's historic role has diminished. With a median age of 50.3 and no significant seasonal housing, this is a stable, settled population that's adapted to extreme remoteness.
Only one street appears in postal records, reflecting the peninsula's extreme isolation and minimal development.
ZIP Code 96742 has 82 residents and 59 households (average 1.10 persons per household). The median age is 50.3 years, significantly older than the state (40.8) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 45.1% male and 54.9% female, which is lower than the state male share (50.0%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (32.9%, much higher than the state average of 22.9% and well below the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (22.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 22.0%, which is much higher than the state average (9.5%), and Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander share is much higher than the national average (0.2%).
Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 82Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 67Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 6.8 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $73,750Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 59Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $666,666,666Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 1.10Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.78Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 57 | 66 | 71 | 73 | 85 | 91 | 86 | 75 | 66 | 436 | 48 | 50 | 43 | 67 |
| Decennial Census | 90 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 82 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 50.3
Male Median Age: 49.2
Female Median Age: 53.8
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Female | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Total | 2 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 9 | 5 | 11 | 7 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| White: | 27 | 34.62% |
| Black: | 2 | 2.56% |
| Hispanic:* | 18 | 23.08% |
| Asian: | 12 | 15.38% |
| American Indian: | 0 | 0% |
| Hawaiian: | 15 | 19.23% |
| Other: | 4 | 5.13% |
| Total: | 78 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 37 | 45.12% | 49.2 years |
| Females: | 45 | 54.88% | 53.8 years |
| Total: | 82 | 100% | 50.3 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 64 | 95.52% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 3 | 4.48% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 4.48% |
| Total Population: | 67 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 64 | 95.52% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 3 | 4.48% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $73,750, which is considerably lower than the national median ($80,734), is up $16,875 (29.7%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $4,375. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $70,938 for nonfamily households (a difference of $70,938). By gender, male median income is $91,250 and female is $51,875, which is generally lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $39,375 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 73.1%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Production (32.7%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $56,875 | $66,250 | $59,375 | $61,250 | $66,250 | $65,625 | $61,750 | $61,875 | $69,375 | $76,465 | $79,583 | $87,813 | $86,250 | $73,750 |
| Median Family Income | $94,167 | $95,625 | $88,750 | $98,125 | $74,375 | $111,875 | $113,125 | $123,750 | $126,250 | $76,274 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $53,750 | $59,250 | $44,375 | $41,875 | $60,417 | $52,500 | $53,750 | $56,875 | $64,167 | $77,895 | $80,714 | $88,281 | $0 | $70,938 |
| Median Male Income | $75,833 | $58,250 | $56,250 | $54,000 | $60,208 | $60,833 | $63,750 | $70,625 | $76,250 | $58,099 | $81,429 | $88,281 | $88,750 | $91,250 |
| Median Female Income | $73,750 | $55,417 | $53,250 | $53,750 | $36,875 | $35,833 | $37,188 | $45,625 | $46,250 | $38,782 | $48,750 | $0 | $0 | $51,875 |
| Employed: | 49 | 73.13% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 18 | 26.87% |
| Total: | 67 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 3 | 6.12% |
| Service: | 13 | 26.53% |
| Sales and Office: | 5 | 10.20% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 12 | 24.49% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 16 | 32.65% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 49 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $0, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $1,271, which is falls short of the national median ($1,413), is up $958 (306.07%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $208. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. The vacancy rate is 62.62%, which is far higher than the national rate (10.12%).
Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 11 | 27.50% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 12 | 30.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 1 | 2.50% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 16 | 40.00% |
| Total: | 40 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $313 | $438 | $850 | $830 | $856 | $960 | $867 | $863 | $1,063 | $1,122 | $1,094 | $1,297 | $1,300 | $1,271 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Renter Occupied: | 40 | 100.00% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 40 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 40 | 37.38% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 67 | 62.62% |
| Total Housing Units: | 107 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 104 | 97.20% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 3 | 2.80% |
| Other Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 107 | 100% |
In 2024, 22.40% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 80.60%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 4.50%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 22.20 percentage points. Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Insufficient data for school enrollment.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 6 | 8.96% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 7 | 10.45% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 21 | 31.34% |
| Some college, no degree: | 16 | 23.88% |
| Associate's degree: | 2 | 2.99% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 6 | 8.96% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 9 | 13.43% |
| Total: | 67 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 54 | 80.60% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 15 | 22.39% |
| Private Insurance: | 43 | 59.72% |
| Public Insurance: | 26 | 36.11% |
| No Insurance: | 3 | 4.17% |
| Total: | 72 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 69 | 95.83% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 20.0% | 25.0% | 22.2% | 1.2% | 40.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 0 | 0% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 0 | 0% |
| College or graduate school: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 0 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 0 | 0% |
ZIP Code 96742 is designated for PO Box delivery only; business establishment and employment data are not available.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 276Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 0Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $0Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $0Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 0Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 96742 is located in Kalawao County, Hawaii, within the Kahului-Wailuku, HI Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 27980) and Hawaii's 2nd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 154,834 people, about 0.05% of whom live in ZIP Code 96742. It covers 11.991 sq mi of land and a water area of 5.454 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Kahului-Wailuku, HISource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 27980Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 154,834Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 11.991 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 5.454 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 02Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 6213.4 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | --Source: Census |
| Place Name: | --Source: Census |
We could not locate which school district 96742 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on February 1, 2026.