96797 — Waipahu, HI Home Values
Typical home value $876,776 as of June 2026 · 15th of 28 in Urban Honolulu, HI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 96797, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 96797 compares in the Urban Honolulu, HI area
ZIP code 96797 (Waipahu, HI) has a typical home value of $876,776 as of June 2026, ranking 15th of 28 ZIP codes tracked in the Urban Honolulu, HI area, more expensive than about 50% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +1.8% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +16.0%, from $755,820 in June 2021 to $876,776 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 25.4× the annual rent ($2,876/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 Urban Honolulu, HI forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Urban Honolulu.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 96797 has a population of 72,717, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 62% Asian, 14.2% two or more races, 9.8% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, 7.7% Hispanic or Latino, 5.2% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 0.2% another race, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Waikele Elementary School | 94-1035 Kukula St, Waipahu, HI | 0.5 mi |
| Kaleiopuu Elementary School | 94-665 Kaaholo St, Waipahu, HI | 1.4 mi |
| Kanoelani Elementary School | 94-1091 Oli Lp, Waipahu, HI | 1.4 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 96797?
$876,776 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 96797 an expensive ZIP code in the Urban Honolulu, HI area?
96797 ranks 15th of 28 ZIP codes in the Urban Honolulu, HI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 50% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 96797 changed over the past year?
+1.8% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 96797?
The typical home price is 25.4× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($2,876/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 96797?
72,717, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 96797?
Waikele Elementary School (0.5 mi), Kaleiopuu Elementary School (1.4 mi), Kanoelani Elementary School (1.4 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 96797?
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 Urban Honolulu, 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.