Indicator	Why It Matters	Possible Data Sources
Percentage of rental and for purchase housing stock that is affordable for persons earning up to 140% of median income	This is the most direct measure of the affordability of Hawai‘i housing	HPHA, HHFDC
Percentage of population owning residential dwelling units as their principle place of residence	Homeownership is a critical measure of a community’s stability and prosperity	HPHA, HHFDC
Percentage of population covered by health insurance	This is a direct measure of access to health care	DOH, DHS
Percentage of population using public transportation	Public transportation reduces traffic congestion and enables many Hawai‘i residents to be more mobile, increasing opportunities to work and play in Hawai‘i	DOT
Percentage of population ridesharing	Ridesharing eases congestion on our roads and highways	DOT
Commute time for residents	Less time in traffic means a higher quality of life, and helps our economy to run efficiently	DOT
Percent change in annual vehicle miles traveled	These data will show whether or not the implementation of smart growth results in people living, working, and playing in the same neighborhoods	DOT
Percentage of total non-motorized trips	Walking and biking reduce congestion on the roads and pollution from vehicles	DOT
High school graduation rates	A well-educated populace is critical to sustainability	DOE, private schools
Proportion of high school students going on to post-secondary education	Continuing education opens up opportunities for higher wages and better career opportunities	DOE, UH, private colleges
Substance abuse rates	Social ills like substance abuse reflect the health and of our community	DOH
Proportion of family income spent on housing	Hawai‘i residents spend significantly more on housing than the U.S. national average	DBEDT, HHFDC, HPHA
Percentage of population engaged in volunteer work	Volunteerism demonstrates the strong bonds in our community	DLIR
Percentage of population with Internet access at their residence	Internet use shows our ability to communicate and gather information, and our inclination to use technology	DCCA
Out migration rates of high school graduates	Demonstrates social and economic opportunity in Hawai‘i	DOE
Percentage of children enrolled in pre-school	Pre-school is one of the building blocks of future educational success	DOE, privates schools
Number and diversity of recreational facilities and activities per capita	This measures the availability of recreational resources for Hawai‘i residents	DBEDT

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