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Matt Rott
Hawaii Local Expert

Last Modified: January 5, 2026

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Waipio Neighborhood Overview

Gentry Beige, Costco Carts, Afternoon H2 Shuffle

🧭Bordered by: Kipapa Gulch and Kamehameha Highway to the north, H2 and Ka Uka Boulevard to the east, Waikele Stream and H1 by Waikele to the south, and Kamehameha Highway toward Waipahu and Pearl City Highlands to the west.

📌Well known for: Costco traffic, club soccer, easy freeway access.

👕You can spot a Waipio local by: Soccer mom frenzy.

👍Move here for: Commutes that actually make dinner possible.

👎Be prepared for: Costco gas lines testing your patience and aloha.

The general vibe is: Suburban chill with soccer energy.

Costco hauls, league soccer.

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Moving to Waipio - Make Sense Of Your Next Move

Whether you're new to Oahu or deciding which part of the island fits you best, Snappy Scout cuts through the noise and shows you what living here is really like. If you're still finding your way, start with our Moving to Oahu guide for the big-picture view — or compare Waipio against other parts of the island in our Oahu neighborhood guide.