96749 — Keaau, HI Home Values
Typical home value $472,502 as of June 2026 · 17th of 24 in Hilo, HI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 96749, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 96749 compares in the Hilo, HI area
ZIP code 96749 (Keaau, HI) has a typical home value of $472,502 as of June 2026, ranking 17th of 24 ZIP codes tracked in the Hilo, HI area, more expensive than about 33% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +0.9% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +26.9%, from $372,237 in June 2021 to $472,502 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 16.8× the annual rent ($2,342/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 96749 has a population of 19,449, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 24.2% Asian, 23.5% White, 23.5% two or more races, 15.3% Hispanic or Latino, 12.1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, 1% Black or African American, 0.2% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.2% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ke Kula o Nawahiokalaniopuu Iki - Laboratory PCS | 16-120 Opukahaia St, Keaau, HI | 2.8 mi |
| Keaau High School | 16-725 Keaau-Pahoa Rd, Keaau, HI | 2.8 mi |
| Keaau Elementary School | 16-680 Keaau-Pahoa Rd, Keaau, HI | 3 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 96749?
$472,502 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 96749 an expensive ZIP code in the Hilo, HI area?
96749 ranks 17th of 24 ZIP codes in the Hilo, HI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 33% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 96749 changed over the past year?
+0.9% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 96749?
The typical home price is 16.8× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($2,342/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 96749?
19,449, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 96749?
Ke Kula o Nawahiokalaniopuu Iki - Laboratory PCS (2.8 mi), Keaau High School (2.8 mi), Keaau Elementary School (3 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 96749?
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.