Paia
City in Hawaii, United States
Overview
Paia is a picturesque, surf-friendly town located on Maui's north shore, known for its bohemian spirit, eclectic shops, and beautiful beaches. It is a gateway to the famous Road to Hana and attracts artists, surfers, and travelers seeking a relaxed atmosphere. Though small in size, its lively culture and ocean vistas make Paia a unique Hawaiian destination.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Hawaii
Population
—
Time Zone
Pacific/Honolulu
Coordinates
20.90°, -156.37°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
92
LGBTQ+ Safety
95
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$4,455
Local Cost
$3,210
Local Income
$3,700
Cashless
80
English
100
Temperature
23.6°C
Summer Avg
24.5°C
Winter Avg
22.6°C
Record High
29.3°C
Record Low
17.5°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
618 mm
Internet Speed
359 Mbps
Upload
76 Mbps
Latency
12 ms
City Vibrancy
7
Coworking
0
Cafes
5
Nightlife
0
Parks
2
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
OGG
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 21 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 65/100.