96781 — Papaikou, HI Home Values
Typical home value $540,615 as of June 2026 · 14th of 24 in Hilo, HI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 96781, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 96781 compares in the Hilo, HI area
ZIP code 96781 (Papaikou, HI) has a typical home value of $540,615 as of June 2026, ranking 14th of 24 ZIP codes tracked in the Hilo, HI area, more expensive than about 46% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +1.4% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +22.7%, from $440,770 in June 2021 to $540,615 in June 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 96781 has a population of 1,993, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 38.3% two or more races, 26.3% Asian, 16.8% White, 15.2% Hispanic or Latino, and 3.4% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary & Intermediate School | 27-330 Old Mamalahoa Hwy, Papaikou, HI | 7 mi |
| Haaheo Elementary School | 121 Haaheo Rd, Hilo, HI | 8.1 mi |
| Ernest Bowen DeSilva Elementary School | 278 Ainako Ave, Hilo, HI | 8.6 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 96781?
$540,615 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 96781 an expensive ZIP code in the Hilo, HI area?
96781 ranks 14th of 24 ZIP codes in the Hilo, HI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 46% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 96781 changed over the past year?
+1.4% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 96781?
1,993, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 96781?
Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary & Intermediate School (7 mi), Haaheo Elementary School (8.1 mi), Ernest Bowen DeSilva Elementary School (8.6 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 96781?
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.