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Kapaau
City in Hawaii, United States
Overview
Kapaau is a charming, laid-back town on the northern tip of Hawaii's Big Island, celebrated for its history, local culture, and dramatic coastal scenery. Visitors enjoy relaxed island life, friendly residents, and easy access to both artsy shops and natural wonders. It offers a peaceful alternative to busier destinations.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Hawaii
Population
—
Time Zone
Pacific/Honolulu
Coordinates
20.23°, -155.80°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
83
Traffic Safety
88
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$2,950
Local Cost
$2,110
Local Income
$3,300
Cashless
70
English
100
Temperature
20.9°C
Summer Avg
21.9°C
Winter Avg
19.7°C
Record High
28.7°C
Record Low
12.8°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
1608 mm
Internet Speed
175 Mbps
Upload
9 Mbps
Latency
88 ms
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
2
Walk Score
2
Footways
3.0
Airport
UPP
Distance
7 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 61/100.
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