96743 — Waimea, HI Home Values
Typical home value $1,254,227 as of June 2026 · 1st of 24 in Hilo, HI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 96743, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 96743 compares in the Hilo, HI area
ZIP code 96743 (Waimea, HI) has a typical home value of $1,254,227 as of June 2026, ranking 1st of 24 ZIP codes tracked in the Hilo, HI area, the most expensive ZIP code in the metro. Prices here have moved +2.1% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +31.9%, from $950,676 in June 2021 to $1,254,227 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 24.7× the annual rent ($4,225/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 96743 has a population of 13,326, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 31.2% two or more races, 27.4% White, 18% Asian, 13.9% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, 9.5% Hispanic or Latino, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School | 68-1730 Hooko St, Waikoloa, HI | 5.6 mi |
| Waimea Elementary School | 67-1225 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kamuela, HI | 7.4 mi |
| Waimea Middle - PCCS | 67-1229 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kamuela, HI | 7.5 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 96743?
$1,254,227 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 96743 an expensive ZIP code in the Hilo, HI area?
96743 ranks 1st of 24 ZIP codes in the Hilo, HI area by typical home value, the most expensive ZIP code in the metro.
How much have home values in 96743 changed over the past year?
+2.1% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 96743?
The typical home price is 24.7× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($4,225/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 96743?
13,326, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 96743?
Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School (5.6 mi), Waimea Elementary School (7.4 mi), Waimea Middle - PCCS (7.5 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 96743?
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.