Paradise pricing; paradise. Median home price runs about $858K with an effective property tax near 0.32% — roughly $2,746/yr on the median home.
Scorecard
Dimension
Honolulu
Median home price
$858K
Effective property tax
0.32%
Tax friendliness
2/10
Winter mildness
10/10
Summer comfort
1/10
Walkability
6/10
Outdoor access
9/10
Culture & food
7/10
Healthcare
10/10
Airport connectivity
8/10
Schools
6/10
Safety
6/10
Hazard safety (10 = lowest risk)
6/10
Growth trajectory
3/10
Who it fits: outdoor-first households, people who want life on foot, anyone prioritizing healthcare, buyers with room in the budget. Who should look elsewhere: anyone who can't take serious heat.