96778 Zip Code, Pahoa

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Pahoa

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 127 / 300 High
Violent Crime 106
6% above national avg
Property Crime 123
23% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 96778 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 96778 in Pahoa, HI has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Pahoa.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 130, 30% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 86).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 130 (30% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 86 (14% below avg)

96778 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
130 +30% Moderate
Assault
90 -10% Average
Robbery
118 +18% Moderate
Rape
86 -14% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
123 +23% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
128 +28% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
119 +19% Moderate

96778 Crime Map

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96778 Demographics & Context

Population
22,962
Median Income
$48,146
Home Value
$286,223
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
70/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.6%
Graduate Degree 9.4%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 36.4%
Black 1.3%
Hispanic 16.2%
Asian 26.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 96778, Pahoa?

Zip code 96778 in Pahoa, HI has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average. Zip code 96778 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Pahoa.

Is Zip code 96778 a safe neighborhood in Pahoa?

Zip code 96778 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Pahoa, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Murder (index: 130), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 86). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Pahoa.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 96778?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 96778 is Murder, with a crime index of 130 (30% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 96778?

Zip code 96778 has a population of approximately 22,962. The median household income is $48,146. The median home value is $286,223. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 96778 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 96778's overall crime rate is 27% above the national average (index 127 vs 100). Within Pahoa, 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 April 2026.