Hawaii
| Population: | 1,285,498 |
| Pop. Change: | 6% |
| State: | Hawaii |
| Metro Area: | Honolulu, Hilo, ... 4 more |
| County: | Honolulu, Hawaii, ... 5 more |
| City: | Honolulu, Hilo, ... 131 more |
| Zip Code: | 96797, 96744, ... 140 more |
State Overview
As of 2007, Hawaii's population is 1,285,498 people. Since 2000, it has had a population growth of 6.10 percent.
The median home cost in Hawaii is $818,500. Home appreciation the last year has been -0.27 percent.
Compared to the rest of the country, Hawaii's cost of living is 65.72% Higher than the U.S. average.
Hawaii public schools spend $5,733 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $6,058. There are about 17 students per teacher in Hawaii.
The unemployment rate in Hawaii is 2.30 percent(U.S. avg. is 4.60%). Recent job growth is Positive. Hawaii jobs have Increased by 2.15 percent.
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People
The 2007 Hawaii, HI, population is 1,285,498. There are 200 people per square mile (population density).
Family in Hawaii, HI
The median age is 37.6. The US median is 37.6. 54.71% of people in Hawaii, HI, are married. 9.05% are divorced.
The average household size is 2.92 people. 23.96% of people are married, with children. 8.05% have children, but are single.
Race in Hawaii, HI
23.71% of people are white, 2.47% are black, 50.79% are asian, 0.29% are native american, and 22.59% claim 'Other'.
7.74% of the people in Hawaii, HI, claim hispanic ethnicity (meaning 92.26% are non-hispanic).
Hawaii People SperlingViews
Re: Racism: Generally speaking, outsiders view Hawaii as a melting pot of different races living in harmony - the "aloha state". I was born and raised in Hawaii (I am mixed race -... (read more)Culture: Understanding & respecting the Culture plays a larger role in living in Hawaii.... (read more)Currently Enjoying Hawaii but..: Of course there are things about living in hawaii that you just wont "get"
until you take the tourist hat off, get a real job like any other working stiff and settle in... (read more)Have an opinion about Hawaii? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Hawaii Click Here
Economy
The unemployment rate in Hawaii, HI, is 2.30%, with job growth of 2.15%. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 27.25%.
Hawaii, HI Taxes
Hawaii, HI,sales tax rate is 4.00%. Income tax is 10.00%.
Hawaii, HI Income and Salaries
The income per capita is $24,133, which includes all adults and children. The median household income is $55,262.
Hawaii Economy SperlingViews
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| Unemployment Rate | 2.30% | 4.60% |
| Recent Job Growth | 2.15% | 1.40% |
| Future Job Growth | 27.25% | 11.90% |
| Sales Taxes | 4.00% | 6.00% |
| Income Taxes | 10.00% | 5.02% |
| Income per Cap. | $24,133 | $24,020 |
| Household Income | $55,262 | $44,684 |
| ESTIMATED HOUSEHOLDS BY HOUSEHOLD INCOME | | |
| Income Less Than 15K | 11.32% | 13.64% |
| Income between 15K and 25K | 9.26% | 11.21% |
| Income between 25K and 35K | 10.31% | 11.46% |
| Income between 35K and 50K | 15.03% | 15.84% |
| Income between 50K and 75K | 19.78% | 19.28% |
| Income between 75K and 100K | 13.32% | 11.53% |
| Income between 100K and 150K | 13.60% | 10.70% |
| Income between 150K and 250K | 5.61% | 4.43% |
| Income between 250K and 500K | 1.30% | 1.31% |
| Income greater than 500K | 0.47% | 0.61% |
| POPULATION BY OCCUPATION | | |
| Management, Business, and Financial Operations | 12.96% | 13.61% |
| Professional and Related Occupations | 19.33% | 20.24% |
| Service | 20.95% | 14.75% |
| Sales and Office | 28.02% | 26.74% |
| Farming, Fishing, and Forestry | 1.28% | 0.74% |
| Construction, Extraction, and Maintenance | 8.57% | 9.48% |
| Production, Transportation, and Material Moving | 8.87% | 14.44% |
Housing
The median home value in Hawaii, HI, is $818,500. Home appreciation is -0.27% over the last year. The median age of Hawaii, HI, real estate is 29 years.
Hawaii, HI Apartments and Rentals
Renters make up 37.75% of the Hawaii, HI, population. 12.52% of houses and apartments in Hawaii, HI, are unoccupied (vacancy rate).
Hawaii Housing SperlingViews
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| Median Home Age | 29 | 27 |
| Median Home Cost | $818,500 | $217,200 |
| Home Appreciation | -0.27% | 9.80% |
| Homes Owned | 50.22% | 64.07% |
| Housing Vacant | 12.52% | 14.48% |
| Homes Rented | 37.75% | 21.45% |
| Property Tax Rate | $3.38 | $13.28 |
| OWNER-OCCUPIED HOUSING UNITS BY VALUE | | |
| Less Than $20,000 | 0.34% | 3.01% |
| $20,000 to $39,999 | 0.76% | 4.37% |
| $40,000 to $59,999 | 0.67% | 5.74% |
| $60,000 to $79,999 | 0.82% | 7.07% |
| $80,000 to $99,999 | 1.23% | 8.41% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 6.51% | 19.74% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 8.46% | 14.06% |
| $200,000 to $299,999 | 19.41% | 16.59% |
| $300,000 to $399,999 | 18.92% | 8.21% |
| $400,000 to $499,999 | 14.95% | 4.53% |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 19.18% | 4.75% |
| $1,000,000 or more | 4.25% | 1.86% |
| HOUSING UNITS BY YEAR STRUCTURE BUILT | | |
| 1999 to October 2005 | 9.98% | 10.15% |
| 1995 to 1998 | 5.59% | 6.69% |
| 1990 to 1994 | 9.49% | 6.70% |
| 1980 to 1989 | 15.38% | 14.75% |
| 1970 to 1979 | 23.99% | 17.11% |
| 1960 to 1969 | 16.96% | 12.78% |
| 1950 to 1959 | 9.77% | 11.64% |
| 1940 to 1949 | 4.57% | 6.64% |
| 1939 or Earlier | 4.27% | 13.55% |
Health
There are 211 physicians per capita in Hawaii, HI. The US average is 170.
Hawaii, HI Health Index
Air quality in Hawaii, HI is 48 on a scale to 100 (higher is better). This is based on ozone alert days and number of pollutants in the air, as reported by the EPA.
Water quality in Hawaii, HI is 57 on a scale to 100 (higher is better). The EPA has a complex method of measuring watershed quality using 15 indicators.
Superfund index is 94 on a scale to 100 (higher is better). This is upon the number and impact of EPA Superfund pollution sites in the county, including spending on the cleanup efforts.
Hawaii Health SperlingViews
Don't get sick in paradise: Bottom 20% of health outcome ratings in the US for hospital... (read more)Aloha: In Hawaii we live Aloha, which means people smile at one another,wave to each other and offer help whenever needed. You can have a flat tire and sure enough within 5min.... (read more)GREAT TO VISIT NOT TO LIVE: My family and I have just relocated to Hawaii from Georgia due to the military. I came to HI with an open mind ready to discover this new place I will call home the next... (read more)Have an opinion about Hawaii? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Hawaii Click Here
Crime
Hawaii, HI, violent crime, on a scale from 1 (low crime) to 10, is 3. Violent crime is composed of four offenses: murder and nonnegligent manslaughter, forcible rape, robbery, and aggravated assault. The US average is 3.
Hawaii, HI, property crime, on a scale from 1 (low) to 10, is 5. Property crime includes the offenses of burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft, and arson. The object of the theft-type offenses is the taking of money or property, but there is no force or threat of force against the victims. The US average is 3.
Hawaii Crime SperlingViews
Re: Racism: Generally speaking, outsiders view Hawaii as a melting pot of different races living in harmony - the "aloha state". I was born and raised in Hawaii (I am mixed race -... (read more)Culture: Understanding & respecting the Culture plays a larger role in living in Hawaii.... (read more)Currently Enjoying Hawaii but..: Of course there are things about living in hawaii that you just wont "get"
until you take the tourist hat off, get a real job like any other working stiff and settle in... (read more)Have an opinion about Hawaii? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Hawaii Click Here
Climate
Hawaii, HI, gets 50 inches of rain per year. The US average is 37. Snowfall is 0 inches. The average US city gets 25 inches of snow per year. The number of days with any measurable precipitation is 138.
On average, there are 240 sunny days per year in Hawaii, HI. The July high is around 83 degrees. The January low is 63. Our comfort index, which is based on humidity during the hot months, is a 49 out of 100, where higher is more comfortable. The US average on the comfort index is 44.
Hawaii Climate SperlingViews
Island life: Enjoy the wonderful climate, beautiful tropical plants, and sexy... (read more)Enjoying the Sun: The Weather in Hawaii is awesome. There is never a day that you can't go to the beach and enjoy, Even in the winter time it's possible to soak up some sun and enjoy the... (read more)You can't beat the weather in Hawaii!: I wear shorts and a tank top everyday of the year. Nearly everyday the temp is perfectly between 68 and 78. Plenty of sunshine with occassional cooling... (read more)Have an opinion about Hawaii? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Hawaii Click Here
Educate
Hawaii, HI, schools spend $5,733 per student. There are 17 pupils per teacher, 521 students per librarian, and 338 children per counselor in Hawaii, HI schools.
Hawaii Education SperlingViews
Spend the money on private schools!: To the state's credit, it is trying to attract better teachers to instruct in the public school system, but for as long as I can remember, public school teachers were... (read more)Secondary Education: Probably the weakest link about moving to Hawaii for families with children. Very good private schools are available but are costly. The public school system doesn't... (read more)Education in Hawaii: My two daughters attended public school in Hawaii. Being caucasian, we are the minority. We are a military family that has traveled extensively. In my opinion, the kids... (read more)Have an opinion about Hawaii? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Hawaii Click Here
Transportation
The average one-way commute in Hawaii, HI, takes 29 minutes. 65% of commuters drive their own car alone. 19% carpool with others. 6% take mass transit and 4% work from home.
Hawaii Transportation SperlingViews
Island life: Enjoy the wonderful climate, beautiful tropical plants, and sexy... (read more)Enjoying the Sun: The Weather in Hawaii is awesome. There is never a day that you can't go to the beach and enjoy, Even in the winter time it's possible to soak up some sun and enjoy the... (read more)You can't beat the weather in Hawaii!: I wear shorts and a tank top everyday of the year. Nearly everyday the temp is perfectly between 68 and 78. Plenty of sunshine with occassional cooling... (read more)Have an opinion about Hawaii? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Hawaii Click Here
Cost of Living
Our cost of living indices are based on a US average of 100. An amount below 100 means Hawaii, HI is cheaper than the US average. A cost of living index above 100 means Hawaii, HI is more expensive.
Overall, Hawaii, HI cost of living is 165.72.
Hawaii Cost of Living SperlingViews
Very Expensive: I have lived in Hawaii all my life and the one thing that makes it the hardest to live here is, the cost of living. It is very expensive to just rent and it is becoming... (read more)Beautiful but EXPENSIVE!: Hawaii is a beautiful place but very expensive. A box of cereal and milk will cost you about $12.00. I'm married with two kids and we spend about $1,000 a month on... (read more)price to pay for paradise: It is a beautiful place to live but cost of living is very... (read more)Have an opinion about Hawaii? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Hawaii Click Here
Religion
36.27% of the people in Hawaii, HI are religious, meaning they affiliate with a religion. 19.92% are Catholic; 7.69% are Protestant; 3.61% are LDS; 4.43% are another Christian faith; 0.57% in Hawaii, HI are Jewish; 0.00% are an eastern faith; 0.05% affilite with Islam.
Hawaii Religion SperlingViews
Aloha: In Hawaii we live Aloha, which means people smile at one another,wave to each other and offer help whenever needed. You can have a flat tire and sure enough within 5min.... (read more)GREAT TO VISIT NOT TO LIVE: My family and I have just relocated to Hawaii from Georgia due to the military. I came to HI with an open mind ready to discover this new place I will call home the next... (read more)Spend the money on private schools!: To the state's credit, it is trying to attract better teachers to instruct in the public school system, but for as long as I can remember, public school teachers were... (read more)Have an opinion about Hawaii? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Hawaii Click Here
| Percent Religious | 36.27% | 50.03% |
| Catholic | 19.92% | 21.92% |
| Protestant | 7.69% | 19.12% |
| LDS | 3.61% | 1.57% |
| Baptist | 1.82% | 8.16% |
| Episcopalian | 0.92% | 8.12% |
| Pentecostal | 3.71% | 1.89% |
| Lutheran | 0.38% | 2.81% |
| Methodist | 0.68% | 3.84% |
| Presbyterian | 0.18% | 1.33% |
| Other Christian | 4.43% | 4.66% |
| Jewish | 0.57% | 2.16% |
| Eastern | 0.00% | 0.05% |
| Islam | 0.05% | 0.54% |
Voting
53.80% of the people in Hawaii, HI are registered as Democrats. 45.48% are registered Republican. Remaining are independent: 0.73%.
Hawaii Voting SperlingViews
Re: Racism: Generally speaking, outsiders view Hawaii as a melting pot of different races living in harmony - the "aloha state". I was born and raised in Hawaii (I am mixed race -... (read more)Culture: Understanding & respecting the Culture plays a larger role in living in Hawaii.... (read more)Currently Enjoying Hawaii but..: Of course there are things about living in hawaii that you just wont "get"
until you take the tourist hat off, get a real job like any other working stiff and settle in... (read more)Have an opinion about Hawaii? Leave a commentTo See All SperlingViews for Hawaii Click Here
