Hawaiʻi Island, HI relocation guide
Moving to Puako, HI
$1,267,900Median home value
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About Puako
A small beachfront community on the Kohala Coast known for tide pools, snorkeling, and ancient petroglyphs. Homes are a mix of older beach cottages and newer luxury builds along one coastal road. With about 260 residents, it is one of the island's quietest enclaves.
Home prices in Puako
The median home value in Puako is $1,267,900.
Top places in Puako
- Puako Bay — snorkeling, tide pools, and coral heads
- Puʻu Loa Petroglyph Field — 1,000+ lava-rock carvings
- Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area — white-sand beach (~10 min)
- Mauna Lani resort area — dining and golf (~10 min)
Commuting from Puako
- No commuter rail; Kona International Airport ~35-40 min.
- Queen Kaahumanu Highway (HI-19) and Mauna Lani Drive.
- A resort-area community with no town center.
Schools in Puako
Public schools: Hawaii Department of Education. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Puako FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Puako, HI?
The median home value in Puako is $1,267,900. Median home value, 2020–2024 American Community Survey (owner-estimated). - How is the commute from Puako, HI?
No commuter rail; Kona International Airport ~35-40 min. - Which school district serves Puako, HI?
Puako is served by Hawaii Department of Education. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.