Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Hilo

Affordability in Hilo

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Hilo is $1,427 per month and the median household income is $81,779 annually, with renters making up 34% of households. These figures provide context for how affordable housing programs in the area can help bridge the gap for cost-burdened renters.

Safety

Violent crime data reported to the FBI for Hilo is not available in our current dataset. For local public safety information, the Hawaii Police Department publishes crime statistics on its official website. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and definitions.

Getting Around Hilo

According to Walk Score, the area around Hilo's assisted properties scores 68 (Somewhat Walkable) and a Bike Score of 44. No Transit Score is available for this area. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted properties listed on this page.

Schools

16 schools serve Hilo across 1 district, including 8 elementary, 2 middle, and 6 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address.

Cost of Living in Hilo

The median household income in Hilo is $81,779 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median gross rent is $1,427 per month, per the same source, which gives helpful context for how much assisted housing can reduce a renter's monthly costs.

Affordable and income-based units in Hilo are limited. The 344 subsidized units across 9 properties serve renters who qualify based on income, with rents typically set well below the local market rate.

Environment

All 9 HUD-assisted properties in Hilo have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone according to that data, which is a reassuring finding for a city that sits on a coastline prone to heavy rainfall.