Kihei MAUI
Situated on Maui’s southern shore, the vibrant and always sunny town of Kihei has a strong economy and is a great place to live. It features six miles of beaches and offers an impressive selection of hotels and restaurants. Overall, Kihei combines the cool vibe of a beachside town with all the amenities of a larger town, including great public schools.
| Population | 21,964 |
| Median Income | $78,679 |
| Median Home Value | $1,817,000 |
| Median Rent | $4,150 |
About Schools in Kihei
- For elementary kids, there is Kihei Elementary, Kamalli Elementary, Kihei Charter School, and Montessori Hale O Keiki.
- High schoolers can attend the brand new Kihei High School, opening in 2022, or Kihei Charter School.
- By the way, Kihei High School, with its brand new 70-acre campus, will the be the first new-zero energy school in the state, so it will produce as much or more energy than it uses.
- High schoolers can also attend Kahuahana Christian School.
About Shopping in Kihei
- There are three places to get groceries in Kihei, Maui Fresh, ABC Store and Foodland. All three are within walking distance from each other on South Kihei Road.
- Kihei also has regular department stores like Target, Safeway and Walmart and tons of boutique shops selling handcrafted items.
Kihei | Extras
- Kihei holds a town party every fourth Friday of the month. It’s an excellent opportunity to become acquainted with the community and a chance to enjoy live music, dancing, eating and other fun activities
- Home to the Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, Kihei is a great place to spot the vast mammals out on the ocean.
- Almost all Kihei beaches allow for wonderful swimming, snorkeling and kayaking. Kamaole Beach Parks I, II, & III all have lifeguard towers, restroom facilities, barbecue, volleyball courts, snorkeling, and excellent swimming.
- Nightlife here includes karaoke spots, dance clubs and sports bars, ensuring Kihei nights are just as fun as its days.
- For those who love to swim, there is Kihei Aquatic Centre, open to all ages.
- The word kihei in Hawaiian means cape, blanket or shawl.
About Real Estate in Kihei
The real estate options in Kihei vary from entry level condos to some of the most expensive beachfront properties in the world. Many new housing startups offer great views of the surrounding area. In the last 12 months, home appreciation is up 7.7%! Compared to the rest of the country, Kihei’s cost of living is 64.4% higher than the U.S. average, but it truly is the Hawaiian dream community and worth every penny. The town has a collection of affordable accommodations, with condominiums, small hotels and cottages to choose from along Kihei’s main beach road.