Hawaii County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor
Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for Hawaii County, Hawaii.
Hawaii County Assessor's Office Information
Hawaii County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Hilo, HI 15001
Get Driving Directions ↗Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)
Closed on state & federal holidays.
(808) 417-3231
Real Property Tax Assessment Portal
Hawaii County Property Tax Calculator
Estimated using Hawaii County's effective tax rate of 0.32% (Assessment ratio: 100%)
Appealing Your Hawaii County Assessment
January 15 in Honolulu and Maui; April 9 in Hawaii County; April 30 in Kauai.
Under Hawaii property tax law, property owners in Hawaii County have the legal right to challenge an assessed valuation that exceeds fair market value, is unequally appraised compared to neighboring properties, or contains clerical errors.
Contact the Hawaii County Assessor's Office to review your property record card, verify square footage, and present recent comparable sales (comps).
If informal review does not resolve the valuation, file a written notice of appeal with the County Board of Review before the statutory deadline.
Was Your Hawaii County Home Over-Assessed This Year?
Studies show up to 30% to 60% of US residential properties are overvalued by automated municipal algorithms. Protesting your assessment before the statutory deadline can lower your tax bill by an average of $1,100/year.
Hawaii County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief
Homeowners in Hawaii County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:
Basic home exemption between $100,000 and $160,000 in Honolulu for primary residence. Varies across Hawaii, Maui, and Kauai counties.
Seniors 65+ receive up to $140,000 to $180,000 exemption. Total property tax exemption for 100% service-connected disabled veterans.
Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for Hawaii County?
While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in Hawaii County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Hawaii County Property Appraiser office located?
The official Hawaii County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Hawaii County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Hilo, HI 15001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (808) 417-3231.
What is the property tax rate in Hawaii County, HI?
The average effective property tax rate in Hawaii County is approximately 0.32%. For a home with the median county market value of $805.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $2576 per year.
How do I search for a property or parcel in Hawaii County?
You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official Hawaii County parcel search portal: https://hawaiipolice.gov/assessor/parcel-search.
When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in Hawaii County?
Property valuation protests and appeals in Hawaii County must be submitted by: January 15 in Honolulu and Maui; April 9 in Hawaii County; April 30 in Kauai. Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the County Board of Review.
How does the Homestead Exemption work in Hawaii County?
Basic home exemption between $100,000 and $160,000 in Honolulu for primary residence. Varies across Hawaii, Maui, and Kauai counties. Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans (Seniors 65+ receive up to $140,000 to $180,000 exemption. Total property tax exemption for 100% service-connected disabled veterans.).