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Hawaii vs Honolulu

Comparing a Credit Union in Honolulu, HI with a Credit Union in Honolulu, HI using federal FDIC, NCUA, and CFPB data. Trust Grades reflect financial strength and complaint history.

Hawaii
Credit Union · Honolulu, HI · Est. 1937
Honolulu
Credit Union · Honolulu, HI · Est. 1936
Trust GradeA · 98/100
A · 98/100
Institution typeCredit UnionCredit Union
LocationHonolulu, HIHonolulu, HI
Total assets$105.4M
$418.1M
Net worth ratio14.7%
12.6%
Return on assets1.4%
1.1%
Shares & deposits
Members11,56719,786
CFPB complaints0
0
Complaints / $1B assets
State rank#4 of 45#2 of 45
Established19371936

Hawaii

A98/100
  • Assets: $105.4M
  • Members: 11,567
  • Capital ratio: 14.7%
  • Return on assets: 1.4%
  • CFPB complaints: 0
  • State rank: #4 of 45
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Honolulu

A98/100
  • Assets: $418.1M
  • Members: 19,786
  • Capital ratio: 12.6%
  • Return on assets: 1.1%
  • CFPB complaints: 0
  • State rank: #2 of 45
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Are both institutions federally insured?

Yes. Hawaii is NCUA-insured and Honolulu is NCUA-insured. Both protect deposits up to $250,000 per depositor, per ownership category, regardless of Trust Grade. The Trust Grade reflects financial strength and complaint history — not the safety of insured deposits. Estimate your coverage →

Frequently asked questions

Which is better, Hawaii or Honolulu?

Based on Bankzia's Trust Grade — which blends financial strength (capital ratio, ROA) with CFPB complaint history — Hawaii scores higher with a grade of A (98/100). However, "better" depends on your needs: if you prioritize branch access, local service, or membership eligibility for a credit union, the lower-scoring option may still be the right choice for you.

Is Hawaii safe?

Yes — Hawaii is NCUA-insured, meaning deposits up to $250,000 per depositor, per ownership category are federally protected regardless of the institution's Trust Grade. Its Trust Grade is A (98/100), reflecting its financial strength and complaint history relative to peers.

Is Honolulu safe?

Yes — Honolulu is NCUA-insured, meaning deposits up to $250,000 per depositor, per ownership category are federally protected. Its Trust Grade is A (98/100).

What is the capital ratio of Hawaii vs Honolulu?

Hawaii has a net worth ratio of 14.7%, placing it in the top 15% of $100M–1B peers. Honolulu's ratio is 12.6%, placing it in the top 32% of $100M–1B peers. A higher capital ratio generally signals a stronger financial cushion.

How many complaints does Hawaii have compared to Honolulu?

The CFPB database shows 0 complaints against Hawaii, and 0 complaints against Honolulu. The per-$1B rate adjusts for institution size and is a more meaningful comparison metric.

How does Bankzia calculate the Trust Grade?

The Trust Grade combines a financial strength score (based on capital ratio, return on assets, and other FDIC/NCUA metrics) with a customer experience score derived from CFPB complaint data. The scores are weighted and normalized within peer groups by institution size and type. See our full methodology for details.

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Financial data from NCUA call reports; complaint data from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database. Bankzia is independent and not affiliated with any government agency or financial institution.

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