Urban Honolulu, HI Metro Area

Urban Honolulu, HI · Metro Area

1,001,146Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 1 county. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $106,195
Median home value: $897,500
Land area: 597 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Honolulu County, HI	Central	1,001,146	$106,195	$897,500

Largest cities and towns

53 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Honolulu, HI	CDP	345,482	$86,504
East Honolulu, HI	CDP	51,360	$159,518
Pearl City, HI	CDP	44,547	$118,112
Waipahu, HI	CDP	40,482	$103,895
Kailua, HI	CDP	39,640	$148,582
Kaneohe, HI	CDP	37,355	$125,613
Mililani Town, HI	CDP	27,668	$127,363
Ewa Gentry, HI	CDP	26,563	$135,684
Kapolei, HI	CDP	22,232	$128,324
Mililani Mauka, HI	CDP	21,278	$138,942
Makakilo, HI	CDP	20,735	$118,550
Wahiawa, HI	CDP	17,996	$87,143
Ocean Pointe, HI	CDP	17,085	$149,767
Schofield Barracks, HI	CDP	16,270	$80,388
Halawa, HI	CDP	14,385	$110,400
Ewa Beach, HI	CDP	14,376	$124,323
Royal Kunia, HI	CDP	13,555	$135,361
Waimalu, HI	CDP	13,061	$89,232
Waianae, HI	CDP	12,918	$81,733
Nanakuli, HI	CDP	12,383	$86,597
Maili, HI	CDP	11,570	$111,542
Kaneohe Station, HI	CDP	11,072	$51,631
Waipio, HI	CDP	10,870	$109,877
Makaha, HI	CDP	10,066	$64,970
Hickam Housing, HI	CDP	9,425	$121,667

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Unemployment

4.7%

College Educated

38.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$106,195

Mean Household Income

$136,601

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

50.5%

Female

49.5%

Population Split

Male50.5%

Female49.5%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German5.3%

English4.3%

Irish4.2%

Mexican3.2%

Italian1.8%

French1.0%

Polish0.8%

Scottish0.8%

African0.3%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

19.6%Foreign Born

80.4%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized63.1%

Non-Citizen36.9%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later26.0%

Before 201074.0%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

374,304

Median Rent

$2,083/mo

Median Home Value

$897,500

Median Year Built

1977

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

227,985

College Enrollment

23.7%

High School

19.3%

College Educated

38.5%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

26.7 min

Drive Alone Rate

63.4%

Public Transit

4.9%

Work From Home

9.2%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.6%

18-34 Years

22.8%

35-64 Years

37.0%

65+ Years

19.6%

Population Composition

Under 1820.6%

18-3422.8%

35-6437.0%

65+19.6%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

50.4%

Single Parent

4.3%

Living Alone

25.1%

Avg Size

2.85

Household Types

Married Couples50.4%

Single Parent4.3%

Living Alone25.1%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$47,516

SNAP Usage

10.2%

Health Insurance

96.7%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k10.3%

$25k - $50k11.5%

$50k - $100k25.4%

$100k+52.9%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

3.1%

Retail Trade

10.4%

Education & Health Care

23.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

12.5%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

96.7%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

92.4%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

96.4%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

111.0

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

56.4

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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