Hilo, HI
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 49,448 |
| Crime: | High |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
Climate
Hilo is considered the rainiest city in the nation, with the rain falling mostly at night.
Geography
Located on Hawaii Island, Hilo is on sloping land, surrounded by the Mauna Kea and Mauna Lea Mountains.
Cultural Attractions
The Merrie Monarch Festival is a weeklong celebration of spring that includes a hula competition.
Recreation
The city has six beaches and five parks, and is considered the gateway to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
Economy
Agriculture, tourism, and trade are significant parts of the economy.
| Population [details] | 49,448 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 62.6% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 155.26 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 30.90% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 81.49 °F/63.48 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 87.29 °F/69 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 61.98 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 124 |
| Cost of living [details] | 163.1 |
| State sales tax | 4.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | San Francisco (2314.19 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | HILO INTERNATIONAL (3.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Swimming |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Movie theaters, Wineries |
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