96728 — Honomu, HI Home Values
Typical home value $522,387 as of August 2026 · 16th of 24 in Hilo, HI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 96728, August 2021 to August 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 96728 compares in the Hilo, HI area
ZIP code 96728 (Honomu, HI) has a typical home value of $522,387 as of August 2026, ranking 16th of 24 ZIP codes tracked in the Hilo, HI area, more expensive than about 38% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +2.8% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +12.2%, from $465,406 in August 2021 to $522,387 in August 2026.
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 96728 has a population of 370, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 33.7% White, 31.7% two or more races, 19.4% Asian, 8% Hispanic or Latino, 6.8% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and 0.5% Black or African American.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary & Intermediate School | 27-330 Old Mamalahoa Hwy, Papaikou, HI | 5.4 mi |
| Haaheo Elementary School | 121 Haaheo Rd, Hilo, HI | 8.4 mi |
| Connections - New Century PCS | 174 Kamehameha Ave, Hilo, HI | 9.8 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 96728?
$522,387 as of August 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 96728 an expensive ZIP code in the Hilo, HI area?
96728 ranks 16th of 24 ZIP codes in the Hilo, HI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 38% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 96728 changed over the past year?
+2.8% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 96728?
370, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 96728?
Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary & Intermediate School (5.4 mi), Haaheo Elementary School (8.4 mi), Connections - New Century PCS (9.8 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 96728?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of August 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.