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Kahului, HI vs Waipahu, HI

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Are people in Waipahu older or younger than people in Kahului?
- The Median Age in Waipahu is 2.5 years younger than in Kahului.

Are housing costs cheaper in Waipahu or Kahului?
- Waipahu housing costs are 5.7% less expensive than Kahului housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Waipahu or Kahului?
- The average commute for residents of Waipahu is 15.4 minutes longer than it is for residents of Kahului.

Things to do in Kahului?
Kahului, HI can be found on Maui island’s northern coastin Hawaiiand has grown over recent years due to its proximity to several notable tourist destinations including Haleakala National Park and Iao Valley State Park. Kahului also experiences exceptional weather all year round which makes it one of those rare places where you can enjoy hot summer days while enjoying the tropical climate at night.

Things to do in Waipahu?
Waipahu, Hawaii is located in Honolulu county providing its citizens access to top rated schools such as Waipahu High School while also having shopping options near Waikele Premium Outlets as well as multiple food spots including McDonald's

 Kahului, HIWaipahu, HIUnited States
 Population  Unlock39,927329,725,481
 Median Income$82,219  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock38.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$922,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.47  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Kahului    3 Reviews

I guess they spray for the bugs at the resorts and keep the a/c blasting, but when you live here you're on your own. Having come from California with no bugs and no  More

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Over 17 years ago

This is definitely the most expensive place I have ever  More

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Over 20 years ago

Playground of the rich and not for working  More

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Reviews for Waipahu    2 Reviews

Over 17 years ago

Very nice area to live  More

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Over 19 years ago

Have lived in Waipahu for 17 years. We have a lot of property theft which I don't think is reflected in the crime rate category. Compared to NJ where I grew up,  More

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