96740 Zip Code, Kailua Kona

Last updated: May 5, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Kailua Kona

Summary: 96740 (Kailua Kona, HI) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 96740 in Kailua Kona, HI has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Kailua Kona.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 5, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 125 / 300 High
Violent Crime 113
13% above national avg
Property Crime 109
9% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 96740 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 96740 in Kailua Kona, HI has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Kailua Kona.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 126, 26% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 88).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 126 (26% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 88 (12% below avg)

96740 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Kailua Kona city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
122 +22% Moderate
Assault
120 +20% Moderate
Robbery
88 -12% Average
Rape
121 +21% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
98 -2% Average
Larceny / Theft
102 +2% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
126 +26% Moderate

96740 Crime Map

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96740 Demographics & Context

Population
36,786
Median Income
$79,821
Home Value
$956,364
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
115/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.8%
Graduate Degree 9.1%

Housing

60%
40%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 39.6%
Black 0.8%
Hispanic 12.3%
Asian 28.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 96740, Kailua Kona?

Zip code 96740 in Kailua Kona, HI has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average. Zip code 96740 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Kailua Kona.

Is Zip code 96740 a safe neighborhood in Kailua Kona?

Zip code 96740 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Kailua Kona, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 126), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 88). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Kailua Kona.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 96740?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 96740 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 126 (26% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 96740?

Zip code 96740 has a population of approximately 36,786. The median household income is $79,821. The median home value is $956,364. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 96740 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 96740's overall crime rate is 25% above the national average (index 125 vs 100). Within Kailua Kona, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated May 2026.