Hawaiʻi Island, HI relocation guide
Moving to Volcano, HI
$574,500Median home value
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About Volcano
Volcano is a small rainforest village on the Big Island of Hawaii, perched at about 3,700 feet elevation on the slopes of Kilauea. Homes sit among ohia forests and fern groves, many with wood stoves for the cool, misty nights. Residents are drawn by Hawaii Volcanoes National Park at their doorstep and a quiet, artsy community far from the Kona coast's resorts.
Home prices in Volcano
The median home value in Volcano is $574,500.
Top places in Volcano
- Hawaii Volcanoes National Park — entrance minutes away; crater overlooks and lava tubes.
- Volcano Village — small cluster of galleries, cafes, and shops along Old Volcano Road.
- Volcano Art Center — gallery and workshops near the park entrance.
- Volcano Golf and Country Club — one of Hawaii's oldest golf courses, in a cool rainforest setting.
Commuting from Volcano
- Hilo International Airport is about 45 minutes northeast via Highway 11.
- Kailua-Kona is about 2 hours west via Highway 11.
- No public transit of note; driving is essential.
Schools in Volcano
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.
Volcano FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Volcano, HI?
The median home value in Volcano is $574,500. Median home value, 2020–2024 American Community Survey (owner-estimated) - How is the commute from Volcano, HI?
Hilo International Airport is about 45 minutes northeast via Highway 11. - Which school district serves Volcano, HI?
Volcano 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.