Makawao, HI is a town located on the island of Maui in Hawaii. This small community has a population of 7,670 people and a population density of 1,973 people per square mile. Makawao is known for its quaint historic Western-style architecture amongst lush green hills. There are many local businesses that can be found in Makawao including Hawaiian restaurants and cafes, specialty boutiques, and galleries. There are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy all year round such as hiking the nearby Haleakala National Park trails, swimming at Oneloa Bay Beach, or horseback riding adventures with Makawao Stables. Local organizations in Makawao include the Maui County Farm Bureau and the Makawao Public Library which offers educational programs and resources. Sports enthusiasts can also enjoy watching games from the local sports teams like the Maui native league baseball team - The Na Koa Ikaika Maui or attending one of the many golf courses around town.
The population in Makawao is 7,670. There are 2,163 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Makawao is 42.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Makawao is 2.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Makawao
- 55.4% are married
- 12.9% are divorced
- 30.8% are married with children
- 20.0% have children, but are single
Race in Makawao
- 31.2% are White
- 0.3% are Black
- 19.8% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 1.8% claim Other
- 11.8% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 26.4% Two or more races
- 8.6% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander