96778 — Pahoa, HI Home Values
Typical home value $294,649 as of June 2026 · 24th of 24 in Hilo, HI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 96778, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 96778 compares in the Hilo, HI area
ZIP code 96778 (Pahoa, HI) has a typical home value of $294,649 as of June 2026, ranking 24th of 24 ZIP codes tracked in the Hilo, HI area, more expensive than about 4% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -2.2% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +17.3%, from $251,151 in June 2021 to $294,649 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 13.4× the annual rent ($1,833/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 96778 has a population of 14,225, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 35.8% White, 20.3% Hispanic or Latino, 18.5% two or more races, 12.5% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, 11.1% Asian, 1% another race, 0.6% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.3% Black or African American.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Na Wai Ola - PCS | 18-1355 Volcano Hwy, Mountain View, HI | 8.5 mi |
| Mountain View Elementary School | 18-1235 Volcano Hwy, Mountain View, HI | 8.8 mi |
| Volcano School of Arts & Sciences - A Community PCS | 99-128 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI | 9.9 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 96778?
$294,649 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 96778 an expensive ZIP code in the Hilo, HI area?
96778 ranks 24th of 24 ZIP codes in the Hilo, HI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 4% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 96778 changed over the past year?
-2.2% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 96778?
The typical home price is 13.4× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,833/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 96778?
14,225, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 96778?
Na Wai Ola - PCS (8.5 mi), Mountain View Elementary School (8.8 mi), Volcano School of Arts & Sciences - A Community PCS (9.9 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 96778?
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.