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Kula at a Glance
Kula is an upcountry district located in east Maui at 3,000 feet
(914 m) above sea level. Most residential houses are located at an elevation
of about 1,640 feet to 3,609 feet (500 to 1,100 m). As Maui’s premier agricultural region
and source of farm produce, Kula grows vegetables using
the dry-farming method. Some of the agricultural products of Kula
include the famed sweet Maui onion, herbs, cabbages, lettuce,
potatoes, strawberries and tomatoes.
Kula, which means “open
meadows” in the Hawaiian language, also boasts botanical and
flower gardens, including the famed Alii Kula Lavender Farms and the
Enchanting Flower Gardens. Some of the commercially grown flowers in
Kula are carnations, proteas, orchids and hibiscus. Ranching
traditions, especially in slopes high above the residential places,
are also strong in Kula. Paniolos or Hawaiian cowboys herd the
cattle in town.
A historical landmark in Kula is the Holy Ghost Catholic Church
located at 9177 Kula Highway. The historical octagon-shaped church
was built by Portuguese plantation workers in the 1800s.
In 2000, 9,729 residents lived in Kula.
Comprising more than half of the population are Caucasians (63.6%).
Also making up a great number of residents are Asians (15.5%) and
Latinos (4.8%). Native Hawaiians are 4.3% of the population, while
people from two or more races make up 14.6%.
In 2005, Kula had an average household income of $68,200, which was
higher than the state average of $58,112. Meanwhile, the town’s
average house/condo value was estimated at $1,016,00; the state
average was 453,600.
Kula’s zip code is 96790.
Kula in Bullet Points
- Upcountry Maui district located at an elevation of 3,000 feet (914 m)
- Town has botanical and
flower gardens and a strong ranching tradition
- Historical landmark in Kula is the Holy Ghost Catholic Church
Kula Location
Upcountry Maui
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Location: Kula, HI, US
Wind: 7 mph NE
Humidity: 81%
Visibility: 0.1 mi
Pressure: 30.09 in steady
Sunrise: 6:29 am
Sunset: 6:36 pm
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Hi: 76°F
Low: 64°F
Scattered Showers
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Hi: 80°F
Low: 65°F
Mostly Sunny
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