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Papaikou, HI

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Population
1,332
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
218 ft
Median Home Value
$434,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,495/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$79,079
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in HawaiiPopulation rankingHighest population places in HawaiiNearest larger communityHilo, Hawaii7.2 miles away · 50,404 residents.

About Papaikou

Papaikou is a census-designated place on the Hamakua Coast of the Island of Hawaii, situated five miles northwest of Hilo. Developing historically around the Onomea Sugar Company plantation and today hosting the Hawaii Plantation Museum in the community, the coastal settlement of approximately 1,332 is served by the Hawaii State Department of Education locally.

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