Climate
Kailua is a windy town that mainly experiences tropical weather.
Geography
Located northeast of Honolulu, Kailua is surrounded by a bay, mountains, and wetlands.
Recreation
Windsurfing is a popular activity in this beach town, where the nearby Lanikai Beach has often been characterized as the "World's Best Beach."
Historical
King Kamehameha I conquered the entire island in 1795 in an effort to unite all of the Hawaiian Islands. He granted Kailua to the warriors who had helped him.
Economy
Tourism and local trade fuel Kailua's economy.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 32,490
- Population under 55:
- 71.3%
- Population over 55:
- 28.7%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Honolulu
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Good
- Temperature:
- 73°F July High, 50°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $72,558
- Median home price:
- $660,000
- Average property tax:
- $950
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 4.8%
- Low
- Cost of living:
- High
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 5
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 5
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 1/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 17/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 17/0
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 0
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