Hawaii Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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State Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Hawaii | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,409,851 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 127.8 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 0.28% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 40.9 | 37.1 |
| Households | 487,829 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Hawaii grew by 7.3% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 1,442,466 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Hawaii has a the economy index of B, which means it is quite prosperous.
| Metric | Hawaii | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $98,332 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 4.52% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.7% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Hawaii is about 26% higher than in US.
Housing
| Metric | Hawaii | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $555,557 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,937 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 62.5% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Hawaii is about 23.9 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,937 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
The most common departure window is 07:00 AM – 07:29 AM , followed by 06:00 AM – 06:29 AM .
| Metric | Hawaii | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|
| Average commute time (min) | 22.9 | 22.5 |
| Work from home | 8.8% | 13.4% |
The average commute time in Hawaii is 23 minutes, longer than the 22 minutes in US.
Education & Households
Hawaii has a education index of B, which means it is quite educated.
| Metric | Hawaii | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 32.0% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.87 | 2.54 |
Health
Hawaii has a health index of A, which means it is very healthy.
| Metric | Hawaii | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 81.8 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 13.3% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 14.4% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hawaii.
What is the population of Hawaii?
The population of Hawaii is 1,409,851, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Hawaii?
The population density of Hawaii is 127.8 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Hawaii?
The median household income in Hawaii is $98,332, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Hawaii?
The median home price in Hawaii is $555,557, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Hawaii?
The unemployment rate in Hawaii is 4.7%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.