96781 Zip Code, Papaikou

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Papaikou

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average

Low 93 / 300 High

Violent Crime 107

7% above national avg

Property Crime 118

18% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 96781 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 96781 in Papaikou, HI has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 93, which is 7% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Papaikou.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 161, 61% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 85).

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 161 (61% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 85 (15% below avg)

96781 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Papaikou	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	108	+8%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	119	+19%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	90	-10%	N/A	Average
Rape	111	+11%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	161	+61%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	85	-15%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	107	+7%	N/A	Moderate

96781 Crime Map

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96781 Demographics & Context

Population

1,973

Median Income

$61,215

Home Value

$624,190

Median Age

Pop. Density

173/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 20%

Graduate Degree 4.1%

Housing

72%

28%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 18.6%

Black 0.3%

Hispanic 13%

Asian 51.9%

96781 Crime Map

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Papaikou Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 96781, Papaikou?

Zip code 96781 in Papaikou, HI has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 93, which is 7% below the national average. Zip code 96781 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Papaikou.

Is Zip code 96781 a safe neighborhood in Papaikou?

Zip code 96781 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Papaikou, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 161), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 85). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Papaikou.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 96781?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 96781 is Burglary, with a crime index of 161 (61% 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 96781?

Zip code 96781 has a population of approximately 1,973. The median household income is $61,215. The median home value is $624,190. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 96781 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 96781's overall crime rate is 7% below the national average (index 93 vs 100). Within Papaikou, 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.