96740 — Kailua Kona, HI Home Values
Typical home value $882,325 as of June 2026 · 4th of 24 in Hilo, HI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 96740, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 96740 compares in the Hilo, HI area
ZIP code 96740 (Kailua Kona, HI) has a typical home value of $882,325 as of June 2026, ranking 4th of 24 ZIP codes tracked in the Hilo, HI area, more expensive than about 88% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -2.0% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +31.6%, from $670,533 in June 2021 to $882,325 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 21.4× the annual rent ($3,436/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Hilo, HI forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Hilo.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 96740 has a population of 40,805, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 42% White, 18.3% Asian, 16.6% two or more races, 13.1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, 8.5% Hispanic or Latino, 1% Black or African American, and 0.5% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kealakehe Elementary School | 74-5118 Kealakaa St, Kailua-Kona, HI | 7.3 mi |
| Kealakehe Intermediate School | 74-5062 Onipaa St, Kailua-Kona, HI | 7.3 mi |
| Kealakehe High School | 74-5000 Puohulihuli St, Kailua-Kona, HI | 8 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 96740?
$882,325 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 96740 an expensive ZIP code in the Hilo, HI area?
96740 ranks 4th of 24 ZIP codes in the Hilo, HI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 88% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 96740 changed over the past year?
-2.0% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 96740?
The typical home price is 21.4× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($3,436/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 96740?
40,805, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 96740?
Kealakehe Elementary School (7.3 mi), Kealakehe Intermediate School (7.3 mi), Kealakehe High School (8 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 96740?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Hilo, HI forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.