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Hawi

Hawaii · 2,268 residents · 8.101 sq mi
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Hawi is wealthier than most US places, with a median household income of $82,422. The city has more than doubled in size since 2000, adding 1,330 residents. Median home value has roughly tripled since 2000, reaching $489,600. With a median age of 48.1, the population is older than the US median of 38.8. Despite a median home value of $489,600, the poverty rate sits 33% above the US average — a pattern often seen in resort and college towns.

At a glance
Wealthier
above the US median
US median: $66,278
Older
median age 48.1
US median: 38.8
More educated
42% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 33%
Less affordable
home values up 101%, inflation adjusted
US median home: $265,253
Section 01

Population & growth

Total population
2,268
+142%since 2000
from 938 in 2000
1990 – 2024
Population density
280 / sq mi
+142%since 2000
from 116 / sq mi in 2000
US average: 280
Median age
48.1
+28%since 2000
from 37.7 in 2000
US average: 38.8
Population, 1990 – 2024
7761K2K2K2K1990201020202024Hawi
20242K
1990201020202024
Section 02

Income & economy

Median household income
$82,422
+18%inflation adjusted, since 2000
from $46,406 in 2000
US average: $66,278
1990 – 2024
Per capita income
$34,702
+107%since 2000
from $16,755 in 2000
US average: $35,364
Households earning $100K+
53.9%
+14.3 ptssince 2009
from 39.6% in 2009
US average: 43.9%
Poverty rate
17.1%
+8.4 ptssince 2000
from 8.7% in 2000
US average: 12.8%
Workforce by industry, 2020
Information22.1%
US avg: 11.1%
Wholesale trade10%
US avg: 6.7%
Other services3.7%
US avg: 6.6%
Public administration3.7%
US avg: 4.7%
Retail trade2.4%
US avg: 10%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing1.9%
US avg: 1.7%
Construction1.9%
US avg: 1.2%
Transportation & warehousing1.4%
US avg: 2.5%
Manufacturing0%
US avg: 0.5%
Finance & insurance0%
US avg: 5.5%
Professional, scientific, technical0%
US avg: 4.7%
Education & health services0%
US avg: 0.8%
Arts, entertainment, food0%
US avg: 2%
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Section 03

Housing

Median home value
$489,600
+101%inflation adjusted, since 2000
from $161,700 in 2000
US average: $265,253
1990 – 2024
Median gross rent
$1,215
+6%inflation adjusted, since 2000
from $763 in 2000
US average: $1,124
Owner-occupied
71.0%
+4.9 ptssince 2000
from 66.1% in 2000
29.0% rent
Afford Score
5.9
+70%since 2000
from 3.5 in 2000
1990 – 2024
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Section 04

Race & ethnicity

2000
White, non-Hispanic19.5%(183)
Black0.3%(3)
Hispanic / Latino10%(94)
Asian26%(244)
Other0%
Diversity Score78.6%(737)
2020
White, non-Hispanic34.2%(775)
Black0.4%(10)
Hispanic / Latino13.6%(308)
Asian14.4%(327)
Other33.4%(758)
Diversity Score88.7%(2,012)
Diversity Score
89
+13%since 2000
from 79 in 2000
1990 – 2024
Section 05

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher
42.1%
+27.7 ptssince 2000
from 14.4% in 2000
US average: 32.9%
High school or higher
95.8%
+7.5 ptssince 2000
from 88.3% in 2000
US average: 88.5%
Graduate degree
14.8%
+12.5 ptssince 2000
from 2.4% in 2000
US average: 12.7%
Section 06

Commute & transportation

Average commute
28.5 min
+12%since 2000
from 25.5 min in 2000
US average: 26.9
Drive alone to work
59.2%
−12.5 ptssince 2009
from 71.7% in 2009
US average: 75.1%
No vehicle available
4.0%
+4.0 ptssince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 8.4%
Section 07

Work & employment

Unemployment rate
14.1%
+3.7 ptssince 2011
from 10.4% in 2011
US average: 5.4%
Labor force participation
62.6%
+0.1 ptssince 2011
from 62.5% in 2011
US average: 63.4%
Management & professional
27.9%
−28.9 ptssince 2009
from 56.7% in 2009
US average: 39.3%
Section 08

People & community

Male
45.6%
−6.9 ptssince 2009
from 52.5% in 2009
Female
54.4%
+6.9 ptssince 2009
from 47.5% in 2009
Foreign born
18.0%
+13.2 ptssince 2009
from 4.8% in 2009
US average: 13.5%
Uninsured
3.2%
−91.6 ptssince 2013
from 94.8% in 2013
US average: 8.8%
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Frequently asked

How many people live in Hawi, Hawaii?

Hawi, Hawaii has about 2,268 residents according to the 2020 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in Hawi, Hawaii?

The typical household in Hawi, Hawaii earns about $82,422 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is Hawi, Hawaii expensive?

In Hawi, Hawaii, the median home is worth about $489,600, and the typical rent is about $1,215 a month.

How educated are people in Hawi, Hawaii?

About 42.1% of adults age 25 and over in Hawi, Hawaii hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in Hawi, Hawaii?

About 17.1% of people in Hawi, Hawaii live below the federal poverty line.

Has Hawi, Hawaii grown since 1990?

Yes, Hawi, Hawaii has grown since 1990. The population has added about 1,356 residents, a change of about 149 percent over that period.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024

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